Pilgrims have been backpacking the Shikoku 88 for hundreds of years, visiting 88 temples on a 750 mile route around the island of Shikoku. We stored our backpacks in a locker at Matsuyama’s main train station then walked between a few temples.
Category: Move
CCC Trails
The first part of our hike took us past several waterfalls as Cascade River tumbled towards Lake Superior. The trails were constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930’s. I’d applaud the return of the Corps.
Hot Shower
Sometimes a hot shower is all I need. Got caught in the rain while cycling.
Urban Rail Trail
Cycled past lakes, a creek, and a river, but the ride would not be complete without some urban rail trail.
Skateboard Jump
On a cycle ride with a friend visiting from the UK, spotted the Spoonbridge and Cherry sculpture reimagined as a skateboard jump ramp.
Historic Markers
Cycled through St. Paul’s Dayton’s Bluff neighborhood past Indian burial mounds built 1,500 to 2,000 years ago, and a historic aircraft beacon erected in 1929. The beacon still has a rotating light at the top. It’s one of many that once lit the route between Minneapolis and Chicago.
Abandoned Train Station
Cycled through an abandoned train station.
Climbing The Wall
My bicycle hung out with neighbors’ bikes at the end of a spin alongside Minneapolis lakes, the Minnehaha Creek, and the Mississippi.
Products of Heavy Rain
Recent heavy rain explained the bike path along Minnehaha Creek being flooded in several places, and the Falls going full throttle.
Swede Hollow Henge
Rode the light rail with a friend and our bicycles to St. Paul, then explored points beyond. I hadn’t noticed Swede Hollow Henge before. Behind, the abandoned Hamms Brewery awaits a new purpose. Until the 1950’s this area was a shanty town with no electricity.