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Blackhawk Park-Eagan-Minnesota

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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.

Patrick Eagan Park-Eagan-Minnesota

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Today’s hiking adventure began at Patrick Eagan Park.

After a week of rain, it sure was nice to see the sun this morning. We found a zipline near the parking lot. Of course, we both had to take it for a ride. Now that our adrenaline was pumping, it was time for our hike.

The trail led us to McCarthy Lake.

Little bits of green foliage were beginning to pop.

The morning sun shining through the trees is one of my favorite sights.

Up and down the hills we went.

We found a giant birch tree.

Due to the heavy snow we had this winter, many branches and several whole trees were down.

The trail led us between Lake McCarthy and another unidentified lake or pond.

Back at our starting point we decided to ride the zipline one more time!

Today’s hiking adventure was 5 miles.