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Beaver Dams
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Jamie S.
March 31, 2023
Hiking
At the north end of Horseshoe Lake are a series of smaller lakes formed by multiple beaver dams. Although this is a very popular hike, you have a solid chance of seeing some of these incredible animals hard at work! Beavers are the largest rodents in North America and prolific architects of their own environments. By damming up streams and creeks they create ponds for themselves which many other animals use and benefit from.
Matthew
October 4, 2023
Running
Some beaver dams just above the main Horseshoe Lake have created a few separate small ponds. You can go to the end of this tiny spur trail to see the dams up close and get next to the edge of the water.
Carlo
September 3, 2024
Hiking
Large beaver dam, with a bit of luck you can also see the beaver.
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