SUTTON Travels: hiking Wisconsin

16 July 2020

Lion's Den Gorge Nature Preserve Wisconsin

Lion's Den Gorge Nature Preserve is a beautiful Wisconsin park along the western shore of Lake Michigan south of Port Washington. I took the picture above from the beach.

The picture below is from a bluff not far from the car park.

As you walk north along the shore trail, there are signs to stairs, which take you through the wooded area, over the gorge, and down to the beach pictured at the top of this post.

I was there in July 2020 and, although warm, there was a nice breeze off the lake and plenty of shaded areas.

Here's a short video from Lion's Den from my YouTube Channel.

In addition to brilliant views, there are benches, picnic tables, and portable toilets. There are hiking trails.

See the website for accessibility, hours, and directions

https://www.co.ozaukee.wi.us/662/Lions-Den-Gorge-Nature-Preserve

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Schlitz Audubon Center

17 November 2016

Schlitz Audubon Center Milwaukee Wisconsin

Visitor's Center

I visited the Schlitz Audubon Center on Friday 11 November 2016. I recommend the center if you enjoy wooded lake shore settings, hiking, and birding. The center is a clean and attractive building with friendly and helpful staff. The open hours are limited but were enough for my day trip. I walked most of the 6-miles of trails and climbed the lookout tower.

I often miss the Atlantic shore so I headed for the beach and was pleased to see some waves.

Lake Michigan, Schlitz Audubon Center by Geoff W. Sutton 2016

I did not see a lot of wildlife during my visit- a few squirrels and rabbits and many common birds.

This golden bird caught my eye. You will find it near the entrance.

There weren't many ducks on the pond but I enjoyed the view.

Several animals are inside the center.

The website provides helpful information such as hours, fees, and directions. You will also find a calendar of events.

I paid $8.00 to get in, which is far more than the free or low cost I am used to paying. There is no discount for Audubon members or seniors. But I still think it is worth the visit.

There are places to sit along the trails and near the center.

The rest rooms were clean and well stocked.

There's a small gift shop in the center.

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