Pella has a Dutch heritage with an inviting show of tulips still visible when I stopped by 12 May 2021.
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30 May 2021
Pella Iowa
Pella has a Dutch heritage with an inviting show of tulips still visible when I stopped by 12 May 2021.
28 May 2021
Visiting Minnesota- Places to See
Duluth- Lake Superior Railroad Museum
Big Falls Minnesota
I couldn't resist stopping to see the Big Falls.
Trails and Walks by Duluth Minnesota
St Louis River from Superior Hiking Trail/ G Sutton/ 2021 |
There are miles of trails and paths around Duluth. I hiked part of the Superior Hiking Trail and at one point had an excellent view of the St Louis River. On the drive to the parking area I passed a Spirit Mountain Recreation resort, which appeared closed at the time.
Hiking Trails near Duluth |
Below the mountain are places are public access points to the St Louis River.
North of Duluth, you can walk for miles along the shore of Lake Superior--and I did.
North of the Canal area/ G Sutton 14 May 2021 |
Some scenes along Lake Superior
For those who enjoy watching the waves on large lakes, here is a video.
So, if you enjoy hiking or simple walks, there are miles and miles available here.
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26 May 2021
White Bear Lake Minnesota
White Bear Lake is a pleasant area on the East side of St Paul. I stopped on my way to Voyageurs National Park.
There's a nice beach area.
Overall, my brief visit to White Bear Lake was enjoyable. If you find yourself stopping here, I hope you enjoy the lakeside trails.
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Rainy Lake - Tilson Bay Minnesota
After leaving Voyageurs National Park, I stopped to walk the trails at Rainy Lake-Tilson Bay.
The trail by the boat ramp has an outdoor toilet. It was a nice walk but I was glad for a trekking pole and hiking shoes in the rocky up and down areas.
I came across this deer and captured it on video as I walked toward it.
On the other side of the road is a Bog Walk- not really my thing but I took a look.
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Voyageurs National Park Minnesota
More Water Than Land
I drove to Voyageurs National Park up highway 53 from Duluth. There are two visitor's centers enroute to my stay at International Falls, which is west of the Rainy Lake center. I found the park map board helpful.
My first stop was at Ash River
...where I hiked to Beaver Lake among other points of interest. The top photo is of Beaver Lake. Below is a closeup.
There are a lot of birds, squirrels and chipmunks. I didn't get good shots of birds. But I did get this creature crossing my path.
Here's a video showing the lake by the visitors center along with boaters and people fishing. I was also videobombed by mosquitos.
The next stop was Kabetogama Lake. I hardly saw anyone but there were plenty of trucks and boat trailers.
Unfortunately, I was too early in the season for a boat tour of the park. However, with sunshine and 80 degree temperatures it sure felt like summer. And the mosquitos were out in force.
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