Osceola Bedrock Glades State Natural Area

Lovely winter hike.

There are 2 entrances to this... park? Not sure what to call it. The one lot can be full if it's nice enough outside, but just go to the other lot (nearby). I love this place! Great views, lots of distance to travel with all of the trails combined. I highly recommend going here in the winter, after a snowfall. It's really quite beautiful. If you're feeling adventurous, you can do down the trail, cross the frozen water and get by (or on) the St. Croix. Highly recommend taking a moment to soak up the winter sun. Enjoy a moment of solitude!

I hiked the Osceola loop through this area. They have done a nice job of removing the buckthorn from some areas allowing you views through the woods. The trail has a few signature points, a portion along a rock outcropping, a small portion on the bluff with a pretty limited view of the river this time of year. I saw a few spur trails that seemed to lead along the ridges of a few bluffs. I probably would have given this 3 stars until I walked through a sea of trout lilies, although none of them were in bloom.

I love it here! Check it out if you have the time. Lots of gorgeous views with great places to spend time with friends and family.

Such a cool beautiful place to go walking with the kids and dogs.