Merrick State Park

Merrick State Park - Paddling along Fountain City Bay

Last night I arrived late to camp. Several strong thunderstorms threw off some plans so I bailed on that & headed to Merrick State Park in Fountain City, Wisconsin. This is one of the smaller state parks but does offer camping, 2 miles of hiking trails, and plentiful boating opportunities. Unfortunately the entire Mississippi River … Read more

Sand Point

Sand Point Beach

Old photos from a 2009 visit to Sand Point in Munising, Michigan U.P. Sand Point Beach Looking across the bay towards Grand Island. Sand Point Beach on a grey and cloudy July day. Sand Point Marsh Trail Sand Point Marsh Trail sign. Hiking along the initial section of the Sand Point Trail starting from Sand … Read more