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Picnic Point

Madison, WI

Permit Required

Long, narrow peninsula jutting into Lake Mendota. Tree-lined path, Madison skyline views across the water, secluded feel despite being on campus. Classic "Wisconsin nature walk" vibe.

Permit Information

Status

Permit required

Cost

Free

Details

No permit needed for portrait sessions. FREE and accessible to public. This is your "Terrace alternative" with no restrictions.

Rules & Restrictions

It's a 20-minute walk from parking to the point. Clients in heels? Bring flats for the walk. Also, it's WINDY. Bring hair ties.

Best Times to Shoot

Best Times: Sunset: 1 hour before sunset (golden light on water). Spring/Fall: Best weather, beautiful colors. Avoid: Winter (icy, cold, brutal wind off the lake).

Insider Tips

Park at Lot 60 (end of Lakeshore Path). Fire pit at the point (cool prop for engagement shots). Sunset timing: Check weather.gov (lake reflects golden hour beautifully). Bring bug spray in summer.