Ice Melts at Minneopa Falls (Original Photography)

Howdy,

Cold weather, followed by record snowfalls, followed by rain have the area under a flood warning. Naturally, I decided to go out and take some photos. Getting to Triple Falls is impossible at the moment, as the gravel access road is a combination of mud and ice, but I was able to get out to Minneopa Falls.

^{Positively Gushing!}

Even with the access trails and infrastructure, it was hard to get in the right spot to take photos. Everything is coated water-covered ice, which is incredibly slippery. The bridge that crosses the at the top of the falls had started to break up, though, leaving an interesting texture. Thhere is a lip along the bottom of the bridge, preventing the water from draining as the ice melts.

^{Mini Icebergs}

Walking to the bottom wasn't an option. Even with the metal railing to hold onto, any attempt at descent would be... unwise. This ice is the result of rain-laden snow refreezing. It may look like snow, but that's just nature trying to trick the unwary visitor.

^{Watch Your Step}

Here's a closer look at the upper falls. WIth more warm weather on the way, I'm hopeful that the ice and snow will soon be gone.

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