2008 
RECREATION & PARKS & MUSEUM

Cambridge
Community Activities Program

403 Blue Jay Way

P.O. Box 54
Cambridge, WI 53523

608.423.8108

www.cambridgecap.net
 

Cambridge Community Library

200 Spring Street

P.O. Box 490
Cambridge, WI 53523

608.423.3900

www.scls.lib.wi.us/cbr/bal.htm

Joan Behm, Director

email:  jmbdirlb@scls.lib.wi.us



Cambridge Historic Museum

Local History & Culture Museum

housed in the original, restored Cambridge School building.

TEMPORARY EXHIBITS

featuring local artists

PERMANENT DISPLAYS

by

Cambridge Historic School Foundation

&

Koshkonong Prairie Historical Society

OPEN:

May through October,

(except holidays)

Saturday & Sunday from 11am to 3:30pm

Wednesdays from 1 to 3pm

213 South Street, 1 block south of Main Street

between Lawn & High Streets

No admission fee.  Donations are appreciated.

 www.cambridgehistoricmuseum.org

Photo courtesy of Kristin Soper

Cam-Rock Park I, II & III

A rather remarkable park system;  the result of a public and private venture. 
The Cambridge Foundation, in partnership with Dane County Parks, purchased nearly 500 acres of park land along the Koshkonong Creek to connect the villages of Cambridge and Rockdale.  A bridge now connects trails for hiking, biking, cross-country skiing and picnicking between the two villages.  There are three improved shelter houses and playground areas within the park, plus restores prairies and rain gardens  to visit and enjoy.
For more information, call: 608.423.4438

For Shelter Reservations, call:  608.246.3896

Photo courtesy of Janice Redford

Glacial Drumlin Bike Trail
A winding bike trail running for 47.2 miles from Waukesha to Cottage Grove. Following the path of the old Chicago and Northwestern Railway that operated in the 1880s, it goes through our neighboring communities of London, Lake Mills, Jefferson and Deerfield. 608/266-2181

Koshkonong Creek
Running right through the center of Cambridge, the creek is popular with canoeists in fair weather. In the winter it is a favorite of cross country skiers who follow its path through the Cam-Rock system.

Lake Ripley and Ripley Park

Lake Ripley is a spring-fed gem of a lake that has long been a lure for city weary souls. Its crown jewel is Ripley Park, a quiet comfortable area of open land nestled on the west shoreline. Owned by Cambridge Foundation, the beach is open to the public, has a fine swimming area and all sorts of recreational and picnicking equipment.

Dogs are not permitted in park

Shelter available for group functions. Nominal fee. 608/423-3725

London
This unincorporated town north of Cambridge was once the original site of the NW Railroad which had a small train named the Cannonball running between Cambridge and London. Home of the oldest Moravian church, it's Glacial Drumlin Bike Trail will soon be linked to Cambridge.

Red Cedar Lake
A nature lover's dream, this partially marshy lake is no stranger to cranes. No motors allowed, but you're welcome to walk in and explore this beautiful, peaceful setting.

Rockdale
The smallest incorporated town in Wisconsin, pop. 235, is just south of Cambridge and is still home to the dam and mill on Koshkonong Creek. An underground beer cave located near the creek is under preservation and will soon be part of the Cam-Rock Park System.

The Village Square
Exactly what the name suggests, the Village Square is the hub of most major events in Cambridge. The site of an occasional farmer's stand, the spring art fair and the fall antique show and sale, it bustles year 'round.

Westside Park
This little park stands on the bank of the Koshkonong Creek; a popular spot for picnickers, ice skaters (the volunteer firemen flood a rink every winter), and sledders. The park has playground equipment and some remarkable old trees. Located south of Rowe Pottery and the Cambridge State Bank.