Late August brings a special kind of magic for nature enthusiasts at Lulu Lake, The Nature Conservancy. Though the season begins to wane, the landscape here defies expectations, bursting with vibrant wildflowers that stretch across fields and trails.
Following the old railroad bed, I found myself surrounded by a breathtaking array of blooms still in their late-summer glory. Asters, goldenrods, sunflowers, and coneflowers paint the scenery, each adding its own hue to this living tapestry. It’s a wildflower wonderland, a scene so alive and beautiful that a camera feels almost essential, a way to hold onto a glimpse of this fleeting beauty.
Nestled near the Kettle Moraine, Lulu Lake’s beauty is easy to reach, with parking available at N9564 Nature Rd, Eagle. For those who venture here in late August, it’s an invitation to step into a season’s last burst of wild color, a moment of quiet abundance before autumn’s approach.
