Hiking around Strahl Lake...

We hiked around Strahl Lake shortly after checking-in at Abe Martin Lodge in Brown County State Park. (Monday, 6th February.) The weather was humid, drizzly and misty ahead of some thunderstorms rolling through the area. The trail was completely deserted and, together with the weather, it created a lovely atmosphere for hiking. Some of the scenes seemed straight out of The Lord of The Rings.

 Family selfie before we started our hike.

 Looking out over the slushy lake.

 Partially frozen water.

 The thin layer of ice created amazing patterns.

 Beaver activity was clearly evident here.

 A tiny frozen waterfall! :)

 Beautiful mossy valley.

 The waterfall at Strahl Lake.

The mist was very low, creating spooky scenes, as we drove back to Abe Martin Lodge.