We hiked Rice Lake State Park on June 26th, 2022.
Our adventure began on the trail by the shoreline of Rice Lake.
The trail led us through the lush forest.
We found an open burl on a tree that became more fascinating the closer we looked. Unique spirals on the bark of the tree burl intrigued us. It almost looked like the sky from The Starry Night painting by Vincent Van Gogh.
The trees on the trail continued to display their individuality.
The forest landscape dissipated and a large vibrant green prairie appeared before us.
The final stretch of the trail led us back through the forest and by a boat launch for Rice Lake.
Our hiking adventure was 2.8 miles.
Neaton Adventures 
Those trees are amazing!
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I agree!
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The swirls on the burl are unique, quite interesting! Your photos are most inviting to the great outdoors.
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Thank you!
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This looks like a beautiful spot to hike. Some of those trees look incredible with all the gnarly, twisted bark. Thanks for sharing. Linda
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It was a beautiful place to hike.
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Great trees. Totally gnarly!
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