Burrows Park Boathouse
Madison, WI
Historic stone boathouse jutting into Lake Mendota. Natural + architectural hybrid. Perfect for dramatic lake-edge images.
Permit Information
Status
Permit required
Cost
Free
Details
Small portrait sessions OK.
Rules & Restrictions
Boathouse interior generally not accessible. Wind off Mendota can be intense — bring hair plan.
Best Times to Shoot
Best Times: Sunrise — lake fog = magic. Blue hour — reflection + structure silhouette.
Insider Tips
Shoot from side angle to feature stone textures. Trees behind building soften harsh frames. Winter → frozen lake = unique platform.