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A rough shoreline for a quarter mile - Picture of Malanaphy Springs, Decorah

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From Review : Well off the beaten path of Malanaphy Springs

Malanaphy Springs

5 reviews
#11 of 32 attractions in Decorah
  • A rough shoreline for a quarter mile
  • Looking straight up the falls at Malanephy Springs State Preserve
  • Bleached rocks just downstream of the falls
A rough shoreline for a quarter mile
Looking straight up the falls at Malanephy Springs State Preserve
Bleached rocks just downstream of the falls
During the spring this pool might be several feet under water
Where the river gets fed. Bring a swimsuit & swing into the river - or maybe without the suit?
Be kind to the local residents - don't litter please
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Christopher B wrote a review Mar 2018
58 contributions9 helpful votes
+19
Well off the beaten path
Wonderful little hike on nearly level ground from the Bluffton Road to Malanaphy Springs. About a half-hour each way, so bring some water and a snack. Just take any wrappers/bottles back with you. Most of the path is nearly level, though you might want to scramble about the…
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Date of experience: September 2017
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