2020 Hours of Operation
Due to COVID-19, the opening of Lake Rescue and Safety has been delayed. Updates will be posted at on our Twitter page.
Lake Rescue & Safety hours of operation are designated to provide service to UW groups through approximate sunset and may change according to their schedule. Hoofer Sailing Club members and Outdoor UW renters are to return 15 minutes before the Lifesaving Station closes.
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| SEASON | DATES | HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| SPRING SCHEDULE Closed Mondays & Tuesdays | April 1 - 26 | 12:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. |
| April 29 - May 22 | 12:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | |
| SUMMER SCHEDULE Open daily | May 23 - July 26 | 10:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
| July 27 - Aug. 16 | 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. | |
| Aug. 17 - Sept. 7 | 10:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. | |
| FALL SCHEDULE Closed Mondays & Tuesdays starting Oct. 5 | Sept. 8 - 20 | 11:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
| Sept. 21 - Oct. 4 | 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. | |
| Oct. 7 - 18 | 10:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. | |
| Oct. 21 - 25 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
For Lake Mendota emergencies on days and times when the Lifesaving Station is closed, call 911.