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Cambridge Community Activities Program ©2008 CAP

Ripley Park


Park Overview ©2008 CAP     Ripley Playground ©2008 CAP     Tennis Court ©2008 CAP
Cambridge Foundation  ©2008 CAP
Ripley Park, located on the west shores of Lake Ripley, is an 18 acre park privately owned by the Cambridge Foundation and managed by CAP. Ripley Park is open seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The park will be open this year from May 23 to September 6.

This beautiful park has something for everyone! Bring your family and friends to the park and enjoy a day at the beach. Ripley Park is home to two tennis courts, a basketball court, a children's play structure, volleyball courts, and much more. Also available is an on-site bathhouse with showers. Don't forget to stop by the Riply Park concession stand to check out our many new items - including Slush Puppies and nachos!.

The Ripley Park address is 4310 Park Rd, Cambridge Wi, 53523

Please Click Here for information on Lake Ripley water conditions

Admission Prices

Day Pass
$2.00 - adult
$1.00 - children 12 and under

2010 Season Passes
Available for purchase after January 1, 2010
$20.00 purchased prior to April 30
$25.00 purchased after April 30
Season Teen Pass
$15.00 ages 13 - 15

*Please note special evevnts may require an additional fee.

Hours of Operation

Ripley park is open from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. daily. Facilities (restrooms, gatehouse and concessions) close at 5:00 p.m. daily. Hours may be modified due to weather conditions.

Reserve A Shelter

Cambridge's Ripley Park is the perfect location to host your next event! Rent a shelter or gather at the beach! Ripley Park is a great place for: family reunions, company picnics, birthday parties, cook-outs, playgroups, baby or bridal showers and much more!
Please contact the Cambridge CAP at (608) 423-8108 to reserve a shelter at Ripley Park.

Lion's North Shelter

North Shelter  ©2008 CAP
The North Shelter is the largest of the four pavilions at Ripley Park. North Shelter offers 15 picnic tables underneath the shelter, with more tables available upon request. Additionally, North Shelter is in close proximity to the park restrooms. The shelter is 30 ft x 40 ft, is equipped with electrical hookups, and has close access to a charcoal grill.

South Shelter

South Shelter  ©2008 CAP
The South Shelter is a 24 ft x 36 ft shelter with electrical utilities. This shelter offers 11-14 picnic tables, with more available upon request. The South Shelter is located across the field space from the restrooms.

Ripley Shelter

Ripley Shelter   ©2008 CAP
The Ripley Shelter is adjacent to the restrooms and bath house, and is identical in size and set up to the Evinrude Shelter. Ripley shelter overlooks the beach and playground area while staying in close proximity to the parking lot.

Evinrude Shelter

Evinrude Shelter   ©2008 CAP
The Evinrude Shelter is located adjacent to the restrooms and bath house. There are 4-6 picnic tables located under this 15 ft x 20 ft shelter, which is equipped with electrical utilities.

Daily Rental Fees

North………………………….$75
South………………………….$60
Evinrude………………………$45
Ripley…………………………$45


Donate to Ripley Park

Help the Cambridge Foundation preserve this treasured community asset. Monetary donations as well as gently used recreational items are great ways to help improve Ripley Park. Your tax-deductible monetary donation can be mailed to the Cambridge Foundation at Po Box 1, Cambridge, WI. For more information regarding the Cambridge Foundation, please contact Michael Rumpf at (608)423-3254. To donate gently used recreational items please contact Jody Wilke at (608)423-8045.

Park Advisory Committee Members

Jon Sustarich………………….(608) 423-3226
Bridgette Scott……………….(608) 423-8108
Richard Moen………………...(608) 335-5253
Kristin Peppey………………..(608) 423-4677
Andrew Rumpf……………….(608) 423-3254
Steve Fiore…………………...(608) 219-7218

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