The ridge is well before the mines. No more than a ten minute hike from the campground. My memory is walking through a stand of mature aspen and noticing this rocky ridge about ten feet from the north side of the trail. Pretty hard to miss, it’s almost like a rock wall running parallel to the trail. It’s relatively easy to climb, there are enough “steps” built it the rock it’s like climbing stairs. Once on top, I believe you’re actually on the crest of the Minong Ridge. I know I took some pics but have to find them. This was back in the 35mm slide film days so I have to locate my stash of slides.MikeTokarz wrote:........I'm not sure I remember that ridge. Was it before or after the mines? We were moving pretty quick on the way back from Otter Lake so I'm not surprised I missed it. How far off the trail? These are the kind of spots I'd especially love to capture since they're seen so little.
Favorite scenic view, spot, lookout
Moderator: MikeT
-
- May actually live on IR
- Posts: 498
- Joined: Wed Jun 20, 2012 6:57 pm
- Isle Royale Visits: 12
- Has thanked: 1 time
- Been thanked: 69 times
- Contact:
Re: Favorite scenic view, spot, lookout
- Midwest Ed
- IR Expert
- Posts: 1355
- Joined: Sat Jul 03, 2010 1:25 am
- Isle Royale Visits: 8
- Location: Quad Cities, IL
- Has thanked: 42 times
- Been thanked: 82 times
Re: Favorite scenic view, spot, lookout
As far as sunsets from designated campgrounds go, Todd Harbor cannot be beat. There is a small bluff overlooking the harbor looking southwest. The harbor is small enough with many features (points and islands) so that a wide variety of framing opportunities are available.
Here's one example from Google Earth Panaramio:
Sadly, I've never been a morning person. I don't believe I've purposefully witnessed any sunrise in decades.
Here's one example from Google Earth Panaramio:
Sadly, I've never been a morning person. I don't believe I've purposefully witnessed any sunrise in decades.