MADISON, Wis. -- The new pedestrian and bike bridge over University Bay Drive near UW Hospital officially opened Wednesday morning. The $2.8 million bridge is a part of a larger $26.3 million ...

Route: If you've never done it, a hike to Picnic Point is a must. Park in the lot off University Bay Drive at the base of the peninsula and make the easy less-than-a-mile trek to the end.