Today’s hiking adventure was at Blackhawk Park.

The sun was shining brightly above as we began our hike in -4 degree temperatures. My weather app said the “feels like” temp was -20. Yup! I agree, it is cold but dang, it is beautiful out.

We followed the trail from the parking lot towards Blackhawk Lake.

Lots of small animal footprints decorated the snow atop Blackhawk Lake.

We crossed over the bridge quickly due to the wind.

My cousin and I had the park to ourselves. Our boots crunching on the snow made for a loud hike. We scared all the squirrels and birds away, lol.

Morning sunrise

After looping around the lake we decided it was best to stop for the day. Our eyelashes were coated with frost.

Today’s hiking adventure was 1.6 miles.