Just outside Madison, Wisconsin is a little slice of paradise. Verona’s Fireman’s park is a place that had a modest start but has become a go-to spot for summer fun and relaxation. It’s the perfect place to cool off on a warm summer day and it offers something for visitors of all ages.

The park is located on the south side of Verona. It’s only a 20-minute drive from downtown Madison but it feels like another world.
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The park had a humble beginning. It was originally a rock quarry. It became a swimming spot for locals when it flooded with water.
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In recent years, the community has put a lot of resources into transforming the park into a recreational destination.
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The park now has a huge 3,600 square-foot interactive Vortex Splash Pad. There’s also a large playground, a new park shelter, and athletic fields.
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But the beach and little lake here are the stars of the show. It’s a fun and refreshing spot on hot summer days.
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The park is also the site of the Wisconsin Triterium Triathlon. An Ironman triathlon course also passes near the park and the lake is a popular early-season training spot for local triathletes. You might be able to see some athletes training while you relax on the beach!
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Verona’s Fireman’s Park splash pad is open from 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. daily, from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The park’s beach is open from noon-6 p.m. There’s a small admission charge to access the beach. Arrive early to get a good spot on the sand. Interested in more great places to beat the heat in Wisconsin? Check out these little-known beaches.

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