March 24 2025: Cindy and I arrived at the parking lot near the western terminus at noon while I had the Day 1 jitters. A 5 minute walk to the plaque deaignating the IAT and I was ready to start the 1200-mile hike in sunny, chilly weather. Oh, how I was thankful for the nice weather. It could snow in late March. I was grateful for Cindy’s loving support and driving me 45 miles to the trail from St Paul.
Below are photos of the day, 7.9 miles to a riverside campsite on the St Croix River. Check out the links, too!,
Garmin MapShare: location and tracks.
Description of the Ice Age Trail
Roger Carpenter / Greg in Wild
Well, Greg, you have been vindicated!
Early start was a good call… may the next 1200 miles be just the right amount of challenge and reward.
See you in Chicago end of May?
I hope you have decent weather. It seems to change hourly.
Great start Bro! Hope the weather cooperates during you journey!
So glad your trip had a great start. I hope it only gets better from here.
Think you need a cheesehead with earmuffs instead of the beanie! Just sayin’.
Once again you are on a trail when I’m still stuck in town. I’ll be out there soon. Love getting the updates
It looks beautiful. I hope the good weather continues.