Cascade Falls / Geiger Falls

Cascade Falls

After this morning’s ~4 mi. hike it was time for a lunch break.  I decided to venture outside the park in search of more waterfalls (and a burrito at a place called Poco Loco).  Next stop was Cascade Falls in Osceola, Wisconsin.  History lesson: the town was named after Osceola, leader of the Seminole resistance … Read more

Interstate State Park – Part 1

Interstate State Park - Ice Age Trail western terminus overlooking St. Croix River

Yesterday I arrived at Interstate State Park, setup camp, and almost immediately set off searching for waterfalls in the surrounding area.  Not quite sure I did it in that order, just a habit when I’m camping at a site for multiple nights my first day is always getting the “lay of the land”.  Weather was a … Read more

Pike Hole Rapids / Little Falls

Pike Hole Rapids

Last stop before camp was again on the Apple River but slightly farther north around Amery/Little Falls, Wisconsin.  This was another unique location offering two falls in one spot with less than 1/4 of separation.  Starting at the WI DNR public fishing area, I made my way down the foot-worn path to see both Pike … Read more

Apple River Falls

Apple River Falls

As I started driving back towards camp, the GPS took me briefly across the Mississippi River and into Minnesota at Hudson.  Came back into Wisconsin near Somerset, WI to search for Apple River Falls.  There is no parking area here, just a small area on a gravel shoulder (if you visit here, please be mindful … Read more

Glen Park Falls & Junction Falls

Glen Park Falls

Knocked out my failures early this morning but wasted lots of time doing so and it was now 5pm.  Glad for all the sunlight on long summer days.  My next stop of Glen Park in River Falls, Wisconsin was able to snag a quick and easy 2-for-1 by seeing Glen Park Falls & Junction Falls … Read more

Fails of the Fifth: Three Strikes

Little Falls Lake Rapids failed

Packed up camp at Pattison State Park and hit the road in search of new hiking and waterfalls.  Today started off with more of a whimper than a bang with three complete failures.  Why am I sharing this?  Definitely not for the (lack of) photos, that’s for sure.  Mainly to show that even in failure … Read more

Lost Creek Falls

Lost Creek Falls - Front view

Continued heading east on Hwy 13 back towards Cornucopia, Wisconsin.  Sunshine was popping through the clouds and temperatures were in the mid 70’s.  Perfect conditions to take an easy hike and check out Lost Creek Falls. Path start off as crushed gravel and transition to huge sections of boardwalk.  The trail is extremely well maintained … Read more

Twin Falls

Twin Falls - Lower falls view standing in the creek

The rain cleared up and sunshine started to peek out from the clouds as I made my way towards Twin Falls in Port Wing, Wisconsin.  Entrance to the area is very easy via Twin Falls Park directly off Highway 13. From the parking lot, you can take the “upper” route to see the falls from … Read more

Orienta Falls

Orienta Falls - Wide view of falls

After failing to locate Shale Falls I had no time to waste – the day was relatively young and more falls were ahead.  Next stop was Orienta Falls in the small town of Orienta, Wisconsin.  Parking area is easy to reach and not far off Hwy 13.  The trail isn’t much more than a worn … Read more

Shale Falls [Failed]

Shale Falls (Failed) - Drew's Landing sign

Amongst the many successful journeys I have taken, none come without at least a little work.  This one was different.  My attempt to reach Shale Falls in the Brule River State Forest was a failure, but I still feel successful in that nobody else (to my knowledge) has posted online with even this many details … Read more