It certainly turned out to be the haven from the storm we have been looking for. Yesterday, the wind was so powerful, it was basically impossible to be outside. Lucky for us, the wind was hitting the trailer from the front, which made for less movements. Yet, Dixie jumped up a couple of times when the gusts became too strong.
This morning the wind had died down and we took a great walk down to the lake shore. Birds were feeding in the shallow water along the shore and Dixie had a great time doing here dog-like discoveries. Very few people were out this early, though some campers were preparing their departure. There was a lot of spring in the air.
By late morning the wind has increased again to around 25mph - not too bad but not good enough for driving down the highway. Besides, we found that we had deserved a couple of days relaxing in a nice place.
The park features 29 miles of asphalt roads and parking areas; a park office; 2 marinas; 223 reservable electrical hookup sites with water; over 400 primitive camp sites; 4 trailer dump stations; 6 boat ramps with 22 launching lanes; 4 courtesy docks; 2 fish cleaning stations; 7 modern pit toilets; 9 shower houses; 1 shelter with restrooms; 2 large group shelters; 2 medium group shelters; 29 small picnic shelters; a large shelter and a restroom; 3 nature trails including a 5 mile bicycle/walking trail; and 9 modern cabins.
Tomorrow, we will be getting back on the road heading towards St.Louis, MO.
It looks like a beautiful place for a stop.
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