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Saturday, May 2, 2026

Spirit of the Woods Hike- May 2026


The group photo hasn't been posted yet for me to grab, but there were about 15 people and 5 dogs who hiked today. We traveled farther than usual, going north to where the Manistee River crosses US 131. The trail goes beneath the bridge.
North Country Trail under Manistee River bridge at US 131


The hike actually went the other direction, going north (trail west) along the high bluff beside the river.
North Country Trail


We finally had another really nice day! We were all ready for this.


And some of the wildflowers were opening. Wood anemone.
wood anemone


Trout lily.


And some Carolina spring beauty.
carolina spring beauty


Finally, just some cute little orange mushrooms on the green moss.
orange mushrooms


What with travel time, going out to eat, and the hike itself, this is really all I did today.

Miles hiked in 2026: 158.4
Hike 100 Challenge: 51.6

North Country Trail, Wexford County, MI. US 131 Roadside rest north 3 miles and back. 6.0 miles

See SPW Hike- April 2026

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