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Stefan Myers
Photo Date:
07/09/2019
Flowers abound along the trail at Homestead Meadows.
Stefan Myers
Photo Date:
07/09/2019
A lot of the hike follows the old wagon road used by the homesteaders to get to town.
Stefan Myers
Photo Date:
07/09/2019
The Irvin homestead.
Stefan Myers
Photo Date:
07/09/2019
The historic Irvin homestead, the most intact building at Homestead Meadows.
Stefan Myers
Photo Date:
07/09/2019
Wildflowers fill the meadows in the spring time.
Stefan Myers
Photo Date:
07/09/2019
The old sawmill at the Irvin homestead.
Stefan Myers
Photo Date:
07/09/2019
A two-sided outhouse.
Stefan Myers
Photo Date:
07/09/2019
There are several protected wetlands in this area.
Stefan Myers
Photo Date:
07/09/2019
A butterfly rests at Homestead Meadows.
Stefan Myers
Photo Date:
07/09/2019
Old cabins are hidden over miles of meadows.
Stefan Myers
Photo Date:
07/09/2019
Old cabin at the Irvin homestead with wash buckets still hanging on the house.
Stefan Myers
Photo Date:
07/09/2019
The stove in the Irvin house is still in great shape.
Stefan Myers
Photo Date:
07/09/2019
Light filters through the old house.
Stefan Myers
Photo Date:
07/09/2019
Cabins are available for rent at nearby Hermit Park that are very charming.