Access & Directions

From Dodgeville, go east onto WI-191E. In 9.8 miles, turn right onto Banner Rd. Then right onto Sylvan Rd.  

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Site Steward

Connect with the Chapter to see how you can care for this rare habitat at an upcoming work party.

This site is stewarded by The Prairie Enthusiasts Southwest Wisconsin Chapter.

Chapter Contact: (Email)

What Makes Sylvan Road Conservation Area Special

This area is the gem of this parcel and contains a number of species rarely found in Wisconsin, including rattlesnake master, yellow-headed fox sedge, and prairie gray sedge. Prairie Indian plantain, a threatened species, is also found in this community.

Botanists have surveyed the site periodically through the years resulting in an ongoing inventory of 375 plant species. Bird surveys indicate at least 78 species to date. 

How was Sylvan Road Conservation Area Protected

The property was purchased by Iowa County in 1985 from two neighboring farms using fox bounty money from the DNR. The Prairie Enthusiasts volunteers worked on this property for several years during that time, controlling invasive species and collecting seed, until finally purchasing the property in 2014. 

How You Can Help Sylvan Road Conservation Area

Whether helping with a prescribed burn, cutting brush, removing garlic mustard or helping to restore the stream, Sylvan Road could always use a helping hand. 

Check out our Events Calendar to see upcoming work parties or contact the site steward to get involved.