"When we see land
as
a
community to
which
we belong,
we may begin
to
use it with love
and
respect."
Aldo Leopold
(1886 - 1948)
American Forester
Tunnelville Cliffs
State Natural Area
In Vernon County along the east branch of the Kickapoo River sits a spectacular property called Tunnelville Cliffs. Among the many noteworthy features are east facing Cambrian sandstone cliffs with seepages at the base, the Kickapoo River and an associated wetland, a small goat prairie, wooded ridges and a hilltop with a fantastic overlook of the valley. This is a great property to visit any time of the year with wildflowers and sand hill cranes in the spring, the lush greenness of summer, changing colors of fall, and icicles on the cliffs to see in the winter.
The property was permanently protected by MVC in May 2005 and was designated a DNR State Natural Area in 2006. Most recently a spring prescribed burn was conducted on about 30 acres of the property as part of MVC’s restoration efforts.
Click here for a printable map.
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