Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Middle Falls Trail overlooks

















Yesterday I posted a picture of Middle Falls in Grand Portage State Park and mentioned the ridge-top overlooks that are along the trail.  The photo above is taken from the part of the ridge that overlooks Lake Superior.  Out in the lake on the left side of the photo you can see a portion of the Susie Islands archipelago, on the right edge of the photo is Hat Point.  In between lies Wauswaugoning Bay and Francis Island.  It sure is a beautiful view and is certainly worth the hike up the ridge!

















After taking in the view of Lake Superior, you can continue to the back side of the ridge for a view of the Pigeon River Valley (above photo).  This view, in my opinion, is just as impressive and enjoyable to take in as the view toward the lake.  Near the middle of the photo you can see the river as it makes its way toward Lake Superior.  High Falls of the Pigeon River is just out of sight on the right edge of this photo.  Remember, the Pigeon River is the border between the U.S. and Canada, so all of the land across the river from this viewpoint is in the province of Ontario, Canada!  You can also see a glimpse of Lake Superior to the right.  FYI - this trail makes for a wonderful fall color hike :-)

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