Alena Christopherson

Alena Christopherson

Hike the Matthiessen State Park Loop

05/30/16

While the trail isn't too long, I have enjoyed my many trips to Matthiessen! There are many waterfalls and usually less people on the trails than the nearby parks. I swim at the base of the waterfall near Strawberry Hill. To get to it, go down the stairs and follow the river east {it may be high so use a walking stick to walk through the waters}. It should lead you to a larger waterfall with a pond at the base. Typically, I swim in this and can slide down the lower portion of the waterfall into the waters! { In the winter, the pond does not fully freeze over. I have witnessed people and dogs fall through the thin ice in hopes of getting close to the fozen waterfall. Please be careful. } The rest of the trail is great and fairly easy. I recommend staying on the lower dells and following the riverbed {you will see more waterfalls and wildlife}

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Alena Christopherson

Hike Cave Point County Park

05/30/16

A yearly hiking, camping, & cliff jumping spot for me! The water is typically very frigid throughout the summer but worth a dive in! For swimming, make sure to go on a day that is not windy. Check the water level first and if the water is deep enough, jump off of the cliffs into the cyrstal clear waters! Explore the caves along the cliffs and see right down to the bottom of the water! It's so clear! Hike along the cliffs or climb down to the sandy shores.

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