TAYLOR PEAK AND THE LOCH Size:8X12 GALLERY WRAP It is not as invasive

It is not as invasive as other species and prefers dry areas

A wide expanse of buttes and spires create a majestic view overlooking Badlands National Park

I could smell the beautiful sweet fragrance of the common milkweed

As I was photographing this magical sunrise

This July morning started out like most other recent mornings with cool temperatures that brought mist to the low lying landscape here in Northern Illinois

TAYLOR PEAK AND THE LOCH Size:8X12 GALLERY WRAP It is not as invasiveHiking through glacier gorge to reach The Loch is 2. 8 miles. The trail gets steeper the closer you get to the lake. Once you arrive, you have breathtaking views of The Loch and Taylor Peak. (592 339)