Blue Mounds State Park
Photo By Christopher Franklin

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Photographer: Christopher Franklin

Photo Details

• Title: Blue Mounds State Park
• State/Province/Region: Minnesota
• Country: United States
• Nearest Town: Luverne
• Description: This photo was taken on a warm July afternoon, with slight humidity. In search of prairie cacti, the timing was off and the blooms were mostly done for the year, yet I came across this formation. A pleasant and rewarding surprise.
• Brief Directions: From the town of Luverne, go north 4 miles on Minnesota Hwy. 75. Turn east on County Road 20 and go 1 mile to park entrance.
• Notes: Blue Mounds State Park is full of natural surprises. Start with the Sioux quartzite cliff, rising 100 feet from the plains. A bison herd grazes on the prairie. Prickly pear cactus blooms in June and July. A sea of prairie grasses and their flowers sway in the wind. The park is also a favorite for birdwatchers who want to see nesting blue grosbeaks and other birds. 1/80, 5.6, ISO 100, 18MM
• GPS Longitude: 96
• GPS Latitude: 43
• Best Season: Summer
• Gear: Canon Rebel XT, 18-55MM Lens

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