In White Oak Savanna’s beautiful corner of the Driftless Area, just beyond our property lines, there are countless things to do and see as well as abundant places to stay. From hiking, swimming, camping, fishing and more at a number of wonderful State Parks to river paddling adventures to road and off-road cycling to viewing some of the finest Shakespearean theater performed anywhere in the world, a fascinating panoply of experiences are yours to explore…
Camping & Outdoor Activities
The state of Wisconsin is rich with lakes, rivers, streams, trails and verdant green vistas. Hiking, mountain biking, road riding, running, fishing, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, bird watching, golf, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing, hunting and more are always just minutes away – anywhere in the Driftless Area White Oak Savanna calls home. Here are just a few ideas and links to help you get started…
Governor Dodge State Park
Dodgeville, WI
4175 Wisconsin 23
608-935-2315
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Blue Mounds State Park
Blue Mounds, WI
4350 Mounds Park Rd
608-437-5711
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Wisconsin Riverside Resort
Spring Green, WI
S13220 Shifflet Rd
608-588-2826
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Tower Hill State Park
Spring Green, WI
5808 County Rd C
608-588-2116
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Blackhawk Lake Recreation Area
Highland, WI
2025 County Highway BH
608-623-2707
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Wyalusing State Park
Bagley, WI
State Park Lane
608-996-2261
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Cave of The Mounds
Blue Mound, WI
2975 Cave of the Mounds Rd
608-437-3038
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Aldo Leopold Foundation
Baraboo, WI
E13701 Levee Rd
608-355-0279
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Aldo Leopold Nature Center
Monona, WI
330 Femrite Drive
608-221-0404
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International Crane Foundation
Barboo, WI
E11376 Shady Lane Rd
608-356-9462
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MapMyRide Bicycle Routes Around Dodgeville
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Things To Do & See
Many interesting communities surround White Oak Savanna and each of them offer unique visitor experiences. From our sprawling Wisconsin state capitol of Madison to the east, where co-owner Paul Gaynor attended the University of Wisconsin (and might have sample some local brews along the way) to New Glarus with its famed New Glarus Brewing Co (home of Spotted Cow farm ale) you’re never far from a fascinating city, town or village – and all the pleasures they offer visitors. Choose a link below and explore the many wonderful things to do and see in our corner of Wisconsin.
Blue Mounds, WI
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Dodgeville, WI
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Mineral Point, WI
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Mount Horeb, WI
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New Glarus, WI
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Spring Green, WI
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Notable Nearby Cultural Attractions
White Oak Savanna co-owner Paul Gaynor has proudly served on the board of American Players Theatre in Spring Green for years. He highly recommends you take in one of APT’s world-class productions on the theatre’s serene, densely wooded hillside. Frank Lloyd Wright was born and raised in the Wyoming Valley and his renowned Taliesin attracts visitors from all across the globe each year. House on The Rock is another attraction of worldwide repute, just a stone’s throw from White Oak Savanna. And, the White Church Theatre Project of Spring Green is dedicated to mime and physical theater.
American Players Theatre
Spring Green, WI
5950 Golf Course Rd
(608) 588-2361
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Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin
Spring Green, WI
5481 County Rd C
608-588-7900
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House on The Rock Attraction
Spring Green, WI
5754 State Road 23
608-935-3639
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White Church Theatre Project
Spring Green, WI
6348 State Road 23
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Accommodations
Hotels/B&B
Best Western Quiet House & Suites
Dodgeville, WI
1130 N Johns St
608-935-7739
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Deer Valley Lodge & Golf
Barneveld, WI
401 Industrial Drive
608-924-1600
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GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Mount Horeb, WI
175 Lillehammer Ln
608-437-5200
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House On The Rock Inn
Dodgeville, WI
3591 State Road 23
888-935-3960
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House on the Rock Resort
Spring Green, WI
400 Springs Dr
800-822-7774
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Mineral Point Hotel
Mineral Point, Wi
121 Commerce St
608-987-3889
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Quality Inn
Mineral Point, Wi
1345 Business Park Rd
608-987-4747
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Spring Valley Inn
Spring Green, Wi
6279 County Rd C
608-588-7828
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The Cothren House (small B&B)
Mineral Point, Wi
320 Tower Rd
608-987-1522
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Camping Grounds
Gov. Dodge State Park
4175 State Rd 23
Dodgeville, Wi
608-935-2315
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Tom’s Camp Ground
2751 County Rd Bb
Dodgeville, Wi
608-935-5446
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Wisconsin Riverside Resort & RV Park
S13220 Shifflet Rd
Spring Green, Wi
608-588-2820
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Yellowstone Lake State Park
8495 Lake Rd
Blanchardville, Wi
608-523-4427
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Transportation
First Student School Bus Rental
Services Mt Horeb, Barneveld, Ridgeway, Mineral Point, Spring Green
866-514-8747
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Gallant Knight
Services Madison, Mt Horeb, Barneveld, Ridgeway, Mineral Point, Spring Green
Madison, WI
608-242-7000
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US Coachways
Services Madison, Mt Horeb, Barneveld, Ridgeway, Mineral Point, Spring Green
National Transportation Company
800-520-7493
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