Hidden in Verona is the Pope Farm Conservancy (PFC). There are 105 acres of land which is owned and maintained by the Town of Middleton. You can enjoy 
numerous trails that are enhanced with informative signage. There are also picnic areas, parking lots, and at least one water fountain on the property. There is no charge for entering PFC.
We visited during the peak of their annual sunflower bloom. The lower parking lot requires a rather steep hike along a stone fence (no climbing!) to reach the sunflowers.
Tip: There is an upper lot if you aren’t up for the trek from below.
Once you crest the hill, you are awarded with acres of bright yellow sunflowers and a 360 degree view of the 
surrounding land that is just breathtaking. Our Bluey broke into a gleeful run caused by the pure exhilaration of the natural beauty that surrounded him.
Even though there were moderate crowds on the day we visited PFC, beyond an occasional friendly nod or greeting along the trail, we felt like we had the land to ourselves. We could hear the birds chattering and the corn stalks whispering.
There is so much to enjoy at this conservancy beyond the sunflowers. If you are looking for a gorgeous spot to hike and enjoy communing with nature, you should definitely add PFC to your short list.