Coon Creek Cliffs State Natural Area

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Coon Creek Cliffs features a long series of large, north-facing sandstone cliffs, many of which are dripping wet. They support a large population of a rare plant which, along with a variety of mosses, liverworts, swamp saxifrage, wild ginger, and slender cliff brake, make these cliffs quite rich. Another rare species, glade fern (Diplazium pycnocarpon) is also present. The woods at the base of the cliffs, where spring runs and seeps originate, has been grazed. The woods above the cliffs is young paper birch. With protection, the woods, springs, and seeps may gradually return to their former natural condition. Coon Creek Cliffs is owned by the DNR and was designated a State Natural Area in 1986.
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Coordinates:   43°42'53"N   90°59'17"W
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