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Point Beach Ridges

Coordinates: 44°12′49″N 87°30′55″W / 44.21361°N 87.51528°W / 44.21361; -87.51528
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Point Beach Ridges
A swale surrounded by ridges at Point Beach State Park
Map showing the location of Point Beach Ridges
Map showing the location of Point Beach Ridges
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

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  1. ^ "Point Beach Ridges". National Park Service. Retrieved 2012-01-19.
  2. ^ "Point Beach Ridges (No. 87)". Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved 2012-01-19.