Name: Upper Bluffside Trail
Rating: 3.7

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The Upper Bluffs Trail can be accessed via a paved trail starting at the parking area and leads to In-Yan-Teopa, a limestone arch rock formation. Along the way, you'll enjoy glimpses of the river through the tree cover.

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Land Manager: Minnesota DNR - Frontenac State Park

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Kevin Killingbeck with improvements by BK Hope

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3.7 from 6 votes

#3

in Frontenac State Park

#23470

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3.7 from 6 votes

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2 Star		17%
1 Star		0%

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Descending the western end of the Lower Bluffside Trail

May 23, 2022 near Red Wing, MN

In-Yan-Teopa, a limestone arch, lies hidden atop the bluffs of Lake Pepin.

Mar 14, 2017 near Red Wing, MN

Descending stairs on the Lower Bluffside Trail.

May 23, 2022 near Red Wing, MN

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Upper Bluffside Trail

“This trail follows the top of the bluffs at Frontenac State Park and leads to In-Yan-Teopa, a limestone arch. ”

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1,079' 329 m

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