McFarland

McFarland

McFarland is one of the most endearing small towns in Dane County. With easy access to the beltline (<10 min) and I-94 (<10 min), this is one of the most accessible communities to travel both inside and outside of Madison. A favorite spot here is the McFarland House Café, which also features Lily’s Ice Cream Parlor in the summer months. This super cute business has TONS of curb appeal and cozy outdoor seating options, and it also has delicious, homemade breakfast and lunch + a great assortment of coffee, beverage, and tasty bakery treats. Just a short walk from here is the library!

McFarland has many renowned supper clubs featuring amazing fish fry, Prime Rib and Old Fashioneds- including Toby’s, the Maple Tree and Green Lantern. Be sure to stop by Toby’s for their Famous Friday Cod Fish Fry and enjoy a Bourbon Old Fashioned while you wait for your food to be ready! Get there before 5 unless you have flexible time to wait! The Green Lantern is a great spot for their Fried Haddock breakfast special, too – try it with Cholula Hot Sauce and their hashbrown specialty, Wiggies!

McFarland also features an elaborate trail system that connects the Lower Yahara River Trail to the Capital City Bike Trail downtown and throughout Madison and Fitchburg. Many people love taking a nice walk or bike ride on the boardwalk over Lake Waubesa to the Lake Farm County Park and Capital Springs Recreation Area. Throughout town, there are many catwalks connecting through the neighborhoods, lots of sidewalks, and 10 parks all that you can walk or bike to! Included in those parks is beautiful & wooded Urso Dog Park, which has recently been expanded, including a brand-new Disc Golf course!