Snowshoe Rentals » Wisconsin Union

How To Rent With Us

Snowshoe rentals are seasonal and weather dependent.

Take snowshoes out for an hour to explore Lake Mendota or for the day to take them to another destination. We have hourly walk-in rentals during our open hours. No reservation necessary, the last rental will begin no later than 3:30 pm.

Equipment	Hourly Rental Cost	Daily Rental Cost (Two-Day, Weekend Minimum)
Snowshoes for Student & Union Members	$8	$15
Snowshoes for Union Guests	$10	$15
Trekking Poles	$2	Currently Unavailable

Policies and Forms

Renters must be 18+ years.
If renting equipment for a group, the individual renting equipment is responsible for all equipment as indicated on the contract and any late, lost, repair or cleaning fees.
Walk-in rentals rentals are first-come, first-served. Reserve online to guarantee availability.
Payment in full is required before or at pickup for all off-site rentals.
All rental equipment is to be used as intended by the manufacturer. Customers are encouraged to request a demonstration in the proper use of all equipment rental items. Outdoor UW reserves the right to assess late or damage fees on equipment reservations.

We are able to accommodate individuals and groups. Contact us to discuss your group rental needs.

Snowshoeing is a great way to experience winter. But wherever you go, please stay on designated snowshoe trails—snow is habitat and there’s a lot going on under the surface!

Minutes from Campus

UW Arboretum
Driving Directions: West entrance: Off Seminole Highway, just north of the Hwy 12. East entrance: At Haywood Dr. and N. Wingra Dr. / S. Mills St., near St. Mary’s Hospital.
Bus Route: #19 WB from University & Park to Mohawk & Seminole. Walk north to McCaffrey Dr. Other routes that serve the UW Arboretum include: 3, 4, 7, 18, 44, 47, 58

Hoyt Park
Driving Directions: Take Regent St. west and continue on Regent past Madison West High School.
Bus Route: #6 SB from N. Lake & State to Speedway & Highland. Walk west along Regent St.

Other city parks with snowshoe trails include Garner Park, Warner Park and Knollwood Conservation Park.

A Short Drive

Lake Farm County Park/Capital Springs State Recreation Area
Distance from Campus: approx. 20 minutes by car
Driving Directions: Take Hwy 12 east and exit at Broadway/South Towne Dr. Head south on South Towne Dr. and turn left on Moorland Rd.
Bus Route*: #13 WB from University & N Park. Transfer at South Transfer Point to #5 to exit at Moorland & Manor.
*Note: This route takes approximately 1 hour

Another county park with snowshoe trails is Pheasant Branch Creek Conservancy in Middleton.

State Parks

Blue Mound State Park
Distance from Campus: approx. 40 minutes by car
Driving Directions: Take Hwy 18 west. Turn right onto County Hwy FN and left onto County Hwy ID. Turn right onto Mounds Rd. to enter the park.

Devil's Lake State Park
Distance from Campus: approx. 1 hour by car
Driving Directions: Take Hwy 12 west. Turn right onto WI-59 east and follow signs into the park. Other popular state parks for snowshoeing include Kettle Moraine State Forest, Peninsula State Park and High Cliff State Park.