Community & Connection

Welcome to My Neck of the Woods!

Take a peek at some of my favorite spots along the North Shore!

Here’s to wandering softly and savoring all our community has to offer!

These spaces are shared with love, not sponsorship.

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Quiet Corners of the North Shore

This page holds pieces of those moments: hikes taken alone, places explored slowly, and reflections gathered along the way. It isn’t about distance or difficulty—it’s about presence, courage, and choosing yourself.

Solo wandering is where I move at my own pace, notice what I usually rush past, and let my thoughts settle without interruption. These trails, paths, and quiet places have become spaces for grounding, healing, and self-trust.

Northern Minnesota State Parks

Gooseberry State Park

Split Rock State Park

Tettegouche State Park

George H. Crosby Manitou State Park

Temperance River State Park

Cascade River State Park

Beaches & Water Access

Knife River Marina Beach – Sand

Flood Bay State Way Side – Rock

Iona’s Beach – Rock

Black Beach – Taconite & Rock

Sugarloaf Cove – Rock

Artist Point – Rock

Cozy Corners

White Pine Market – Coffee & Shopping

Cedar Coffee Company – Coffee & Bike Rental

Department Two – Shopping

The Tispy Misquito Wine & Spirit Room – Bar & Small Bites

Maderia Bistro – Food

Louise’s Place Cafe & Pantry Provision – Food

Places for Community & Connection

Lake Effect Yoga – Yoga Classes & Workshops

Gaia North – Monthly Sister Circles

My Favorite Trails

Gitchi Gummi Trail Loop + Fifth Falls Loop – 5.5 Miles (Moderate)

Split Rock River Loop – 5 Miles (Difficult)

Day Hill + Condundrum Point Loop – 7 Miles (Moderate)

Bear & Bean Lake – 7 Miles (Moderate)

Oberg Mountain Loop – 3 Miles (Moderate)

The Hiking Chronicles: 2026

In 2026, I’m committing to hiking 100 miles—mostly alone, always intentionally. Miles count even when they’re messy, slow, or quiet.