This trail is unique because it is more "rugged" terrain; if you could even call it that. There are some obstacles on the trail and it takes you through different wild life habitats. You can start at multiple points on the trail; but I always tend to start near the canoe launch heading towards the prairie. This trail takes you through the prairie and obviously is more scenic during other seasons when the prairie is in bloom. Once you are finished with this, the trail will take you through a small picnic area and then into a forested area with limestone steps ascending the elevation of the trail. There are then different sections of forest and the views are spectacular.
On this trip; my cell phone (that I use for a camera because I lack appropriate gear) died and I was unable to take photos of the entire trail. This experience was memorable to me because of sledding. Yes, you did read that correctly. There is a part at the trail if you go this direction where there is a very steep decline in the elevation. This area was covered from side to side with ice and snow, getting my footing was an impossible task. So I grabbed a piece of soggy bark and attempted to ride like the wind down the hill. When this was not successful, I abandoned the idea and just sat; jeans to the ice and used my legs to start scooting down the hill. Before I knew it, gravity was taking me down the hill; and it was an exhilarating feeling!! Unfortunately I do not have photos to commemorate the event; but just know that I had a blast.
DISCLAIMER: I do not recommended sledding down the steep hill on your bum or with any other equipment. If you chose to do so it is at your own risk. Comment if you have any questions.
And for the photographs that I did take:
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| Sign marking Trail Head |
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| Forest View |
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| Limestone Steps |
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| View of the stairs |
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| Prairie Trails |
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| Tree Views |
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| View from forest trail of roads |
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