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Amenities

Canoe/Kayak Rental
Picnic Tables
Playground
Vending

PHMDC: (608)243-0356
Madison Parks Division: (608)266-4711

James Madison Beach

Lake Mendota

Address: 614 E. Gorham Street, Madison
Directions: James Madison Park
Description: Nice beach in James Madison Park. Accessible from downtown and by bus. It can be hard to find parking in this area. Not near shorezone spraying areas.
Water Quality Monitoring: PHMDC

Safety Information
Swim Ropes	Lifeguard	Lifeguard Schedule
Yes	Yes	06/12/2010 - 08/22/2010 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Message from PHMDC

Regular beach season has ended. People may swim at their own risk. The Public Health Madison-Dane County Laboratory tested bacterial water quality at this beach on August 23, 2010. The results were acceptable. The water temperature August 23 was 80°F. Blue-green algae (Cyanobacteria) may still be present and their levels can be variable depending on the waves and wind. Beachgoers should use common sense and avoid contact with algal blooms that they may observe.

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