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Glassmine Falls Overlook - elev. 5197' (Milepost 361.0)

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Overlook Description

During wet weather, Glassmine falls plummet down the face of Horse Range Ridge. Mica was once mined near the falls and was referred to as glass by the locals, hence the name.
 

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Overlook description text adapted from selected works by Menasha Ridge Press.

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