The Belle Isle ice tree is a striking winter spectacle found on Belle Isle in Michigan, United States. Unlike natural ice formations, the Belle Isle Ice Tree is a man-made creation that occurs annually as part of a unique tradition. Each winter, volunteers and park staff come together to construct the Belle Isle Ice Tree. The process begins by pumping water from the nearby Detroit River onto the trees and vegetation. As the water freezes upon contact, layers of ice gradually accumulate, forming intricate and elaborate structures resembling cascading icicles or frozen waterfalls.
Belle Isle ice tree
