Point Beach Ridges

Point Beach Ridges
A swale surrounded by ridges at Point Beach State Park
Map of Wisconsin
LocationManitowoc County, Wisconsin, Wisconsin
Coordinates44°12′49″N 87°30′55″W / 44.21361°N 87.51528°W / 44.21361; -87.51528
Area558 acres (226 ha)
Designated1980

Point Beach Ridges is a 558-acre (226 ha) topography of alternating ridges and swales in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin.[1] The area is located within Point Beach State Forest.[2] It was designated a Wisconsin State Natural Area in 1971 and a National Natural Landmark in 1980.

References

  1. ^ "Point Beach Ridges". National Park Service. Retrieved January 19, 2012.
  2. ^ "Point Beach Ridges (No. 87)". Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved January 19, 2012.


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