Seeing it all again from my bike is like seeing it for the first time.
 

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Walkway to lower Bond Falls

As you walk down the boardwalk, you're treated to a great look at the lower falls through the trees.  I must admit that the new boardwalk provided a nice easy access to the falls.  The  walkway wraps around the base of the falls and then bridges the river.   Steps provide access down to the waters edge which I thought was good thinking.  What little kid doesn't like to put his or her fingers in the water.

Even with all these improvements, Pat and I still found ourselves alone admiring the falls.  Then again it was the Friday before Memorial Day so maybe tomorrow the place would be filled with people.  I don't know how many times I've been to Bond Falls, but I've never been sorry I stopped.  After taking a few pictures, we climbed back on the bike and headed for the Upper Falls.  I was already looking forward to my customary ice cream cone at the Bone Falls Outpost Store. 

So I was really disappointed to find the store hadn't opened up yet for the year.  My guess is we were one day too early.  Bummed out, we decided to continue on east on Bond Falls Road.  As we rode past the lake, I pulled off to ride through a newly developed beach and recreational area.  Again, not a soul to be seen anywhere although it looked liked the area was ready for visitors.  I believe there is a still a campground in the area, but I'm not sure where.  By the way Bond Falls is simply the best during the Fall color season.  The colors will knock your socks off!

Continuing on Bond Falls road eventually brought us up to Highway M-28.  From there we turned left for short ride west to Agate Falls.   Not far, we saw the roadside sign on our left indicating a Agate Falls Road Side Park.   Parking the bike in the lot, we walked under the bridge which spans the Ontonagon River and followed a paved path to the falls.

Agate Falls is not one my favorite falls mainly because you can't get an up close good look at them.  However if you're going to be riding down M-28, they're certainly worth stopping to see.  The park also offers some Yooper style toilet facilities.  Not always the best, but far better than leaning up against a tree.    If you get a chance, take a hike up the hill above the falls to the old railroad trestle bridge and treat yourself to one great view of the river below.  On the falls side of M-28 is a small store where you can find an assortment of trinkets and tourist items. 

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