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- Lachlan M5 contributionsSo much fun snorkeling and seeing the Fish. Great driver very knowledgeable. Driver was on time and super friendly! The coral reefs are amazing.Written September 5, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kathy CRochester, NH95 contributionsThis was such a cool place to check out while in Austin. The water is so refreshing! It is quite amazing how the water stays at a cool temp with such hot weather. We had a great time cooling off and relaxing by the water for a few hours.Written August 1, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Cris HPittsburgh, PA556 contributionsAbsolutely stunning to visit, everywhere you look is something new that you can see. There are mountains, glaciers, ravines, snow capped peaks and wildlife everywhere. highly recommend everyone take time to visit here it's well worth it!Written September 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- shellback17Alexandria, Virginia62 contributionsThis was my first visit to the southern shore of Lake Superior and I was surprised by the miles of soft, sandy beaches and stunning scenery. We did not budget nearly enough time to explore this area and take advantage of the miles of hiking trails. It was a slightly overcast day, but still beautiful. Of the many points of interest we enjoyed the short hike to Munsing Falls by the visitor center and the log slide with the 175 foot tall sand dunes.Written September 15, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BLRfromVFPhiladelphia98 contributionsWhat an amazingly well maintained and engineered road, so many sweeping roadside pullouts to see wonderful vistas across the mountains and forest. Frankly you could drive the whole way and never get out of your car and still have a scenic view 90% of the way. But please, if you go get out of your car stand and listen to the breeze and the quiet stare off into the distance. On some days you'll be by yourself on these overlooks. We were able to get our kids out of the car and up on climbing rocks down on short hike paths meeting other great citizens having fun and taking pictures of each other. We did all this and still completed the ride and less time than the website suggests. The road is just that well maintained, you could be moving along quite well if there's not crowded roads. The hiking paths are so well marked and the overlooks are so well maintained. The national Park service has outdone itself.Written July 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- IrinaUnited States13,874 contributionsOne of the best and most admired attractions in downtown Chicago is Chicago River, that divides this part of the city into two large areas -- Chicago Loop and Near North Side.
Chicago River is a stunning result of two vanguard engineering projects in the past: in 1889 - 1910 the flow of Chicago River was redirected, reversing it, making it flow out of Lake Michigan, and flow into Des Plaines River -- 156 miles away from Chicago.
Chicago River is always beautiful, and in summer, especially on weekends, the River is getting very busy with the river traffic: kayaks, rental boats, water taxis, tour boats, etc.
The views from Chicago River banks, from Chicago Riverwalk, multiple bridges, and river boats are spectacular. Riverboat architecture cruises are very popular with Chicagoans and visitors, who can fully enjoy the contemporary city architecture and its historic architectural heritage, as well.
There are famous iconic sites and buildings along Chicago River (Tribune Tower, Wrigley Building, Marina City Towers, Merchandise Mart), many restaurants and modern, upscale hotels. Chicago River is undoubtedly an exciting part of town, making this gorgeous city look even more vibrant and beautiful. Enjoy!Written August 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Gillian EBradenton, FL16 contributionsWe rented kayaks and spent 3 hours exploring the area. Lots of wildlife and crystal clear water. No manatees at this time of year in the Springs. Get there early to miss the crowds.Written September 12, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- jamieba32London, UK629 contributionsGreat locks and salmon ladder. Lots of Seals around too.
There was an underwater salmon viewing area and lots of info on the salmon run etc. Well worth a visitWritten September 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - JPDBoone_NCBoone, NC43 contributionsThe view is so beautiful. This is a must-see for everyone visiting Lake Tahoe. It is hard to describe the colors. It is magical.Written July 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Wyoming257 contributionsWe decided to add this while we stayed in Custer and was well worth the visit. We spent a little over an hour and hiked the trail around the lake. The hike is considered easy. You will climb a few rocks and descend some. You will be able to walk up to the lake in areas, as well as take in view from higher areas along the trail.Written July 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- mikeS7619San Tan Valley, AZ129 contributionsSpent 3 days Kayaking, swimming, and free-diving around Lake Powell and loved it. Only managed to cover maybe 20% of this huge lake but I did find two areas with excellent visibility at the time for diving; north side of Wahweap Bay, and close to the Dam, but overall the water was nice, clean for lake water, and the crowd at the lake wasn't to bad. I'll definitely try to return.Written August 3, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- nemesisofpopLondon, UK1,220 contributionsThis is a very pleasant park, with a remarkable view over a wide rapids/ falls. The scale is surprising! There are lovely walks along the trees.Written August 20, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- northwest hikers6 contributionsGreat all around park with beautiful views toward the San Juan Islands. Varying options to explored for hiking and beach combing.Written August 30, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dillon RMerritt Island, FL32 contributionsMy teenager wanted to have a river tubing experience for her birthday so we chose this park. At an hour and a half from our home, it was the closest spring park with tubing. It’s a beautiful park and a beautiful spring, no doubt, but logistically it is a challenge. We arrived at 6:30am with two vehicles worth of people. The line of potential park goers stretched over 1.5 miles and we were approximately 1.3 miles from the gate. The local police begin handing out entry passes around 7am. One car got an entry pass and the other car got a return pass for 1pm.
The paper pass allows you through the police checkpoint and access to the gate where you pay the small entry fee and gain access to the park. Once in, you’ll find there are lots of shaded picnic tables in the parking area. We turned the girls loose in the park with all the food, tubes and an inflator and my wife and I headed up the road where we scored last minute kayak rentals on a different portion of the river at Kings Landing. We joined them in the park at 1pm and had a nice day until the weather cleared us out.
Overall, it’s a great park but you have to really want it and work for it. You don’t have to have your whole group in line early, but you need to have one car in that line for every pass you want, and if you are not in line at 6am, your day’s plan is in jeopardy. Once you have that entry pass, you can leave and come back once the park opens at 8am (or anytime thereafter!) with your car load.Written June 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Joanna BWichita, KS10 contributionsWe really enjoyed our visit to the beach today! So beautiful! We arrived around 9 am and left around 1 pm. Very relaxing. You never tire of the beautiful scenery.Written September 9, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
