Hoyt Park
Madison, WI
Rustic stone shelter, winding wooded trails, tall pines, mossy stone steps — feels like a Northwoods getaway inside the city.
Permit Information
Status
Permit requirements vary - see details
Cost
Free for small sessions
Details
Small portrait sessions allowed. Shelter rentals require permit.
Rules & Restrictions
Low light in deep woods — fast lens recommended.
Best Times to Shoot
Best Times: Late afternoon → warm forest glow. Fall → golden canopy.
Insider Tips
Stone shelter = dramatic backdrop. Pine stands provide tall, moody texture. Great foggy-morning location.