Today’s hiking adventure was at Interstate State Park in Wisconsin.
Our adventure began at the Pothole Trail, which is part of the Ice Age Trail.
Raindrops were definitely falling on our heads today. We paid no mind to it though, since our eyes were too busy taking in all the fall colors. The St. Croix River offers spectacular views.
The Potholes
The short trail brought us back to our starting point.
We briefly hiked the road to get to the next set of trails. The views did not disappoint.
Summit Rock Trail
We continued hiking towards Echo Canyon Trail.
Lake O’ the Dalles began to appear. We followed the trail around the lake.
The sun kept trying to come out.
After we completed the loop around the lake, we hiked back towards the St. Croix River.
The giant rocks and boulders are so impressive to hike and climb on.
Our hiking adventure began at Interstate State Park on June 3rd, 2022.
We hiked the Walter F. Mondale River Trail along the St. Croix River. Just as we were beginning our hike, we found a single leaf on a tree in the shape of a heart. I read this as a sign from Nature letting us know today was going to be a great day for a hike!
Rocks and tree roots jetted up from the ground below creating the unpaved River Trail. Large boulders decorated with vibrant green plant life surrounded us on the trail. Wildflowers added a splash of color.
The trail offered several overlooks to view the St. Croix River. I found it interesting how the river appeared to change color right before our eyes.
We headed up the stone staircase to view the river from a higher angle. The river below looked like flowing root beer.
Our next stop was the Glacial Potholes.
Giant Basalt boulders surrounded us. Trees grew right on top of the rock.
We crossed the US-8 Bridge over the river and into St. Croix, Wisconsin. The trail in Wisconsin offered views of the turbulent St. Croix River.
Once back on the Minnesota side of the St. Croix River, we were welcomed with a beautiful sign.
We hiked the Walter F. Mondale River Trail back to our starting point. Our hiking adventure was 4.3 miles.
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