Scrapbook Adventures
 
 

The following images are a glimpse of the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. All images were created by Kip Ladage. For backpacking details, click here to read "Backpacking the Porcupine Mountains - Two Points of View."

 
 

Some of the trails in the Porkies guide hikers through magnificent stands of old growth timber. Even in locations that have previously felt the effects of man, the trailside vegetation is quite lush.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 

Numerous waterfalls are located within the boundaries of the Porkies. An extensive boardwalk trail near the Presque Isle Campground makes access to three large waterfalls easy for everyone .
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 

Thick vegetation provides a natural frame for a stunning view of this waterfall on the Presque Isle River in the Porkies.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 

Wildlife abounds in the Porkies. Often, only signs of their presence are visible. Black bears are common in the park. Always practice "bear etiquette when visiting the Porkies.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 

After dropping over numerous waterfalls, the Presque Isle River meets Lake Superior on the edges of the Porcupine Mountains.
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 

Although the Porkies are a favorite hiking destination for many Midwestern hikers, "Leave No Trace" principles have helped to preserve their natural beauty.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Wherever you are in the Porkies, the trail always leads to another beautiful sight!
 
 
 
 
 

For more information on backpacking the Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park, click here.

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