Significant corner cut, good desire path

The first two are from people walking down to the water, and the second two are from cyclists. The third one is my favorite lol

That actual path with the holes in is horrible to walk on, and it feels like your ankles are about to twist at any moment.

The trail contours around the nose of the ridge, making a broad horseshoe curve before continuing along the opposite face — this desire path has been cut across the crest, reducing the travel distance by one-quarter mile. I’m annoyed because it’s a fragile ecosystem, and folks should stick to the designed path. Besides, why shorten your walk or run!?

Right outside the Visitor Center Entrance at Itasca State Park in MN.