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Visiting My Daughter-Day 4…Trinidad State Beach

Our daughter loves the beach (and why wouldn’t she…being the wonderful Coast Guard wife that she is), and therefore, our vacation had to include a visit to nearby Trinidad State Beach.

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad is another great area to visit over and over again. There are a couple of beaches to play on, tide pools to explore, a pier, a good restaurant to eat at (which we did), and trails to hike.

Trinidad State Beach

As I mentioned in yesterday’s post, I did not know that my camera settings were askew (that mischievous little demon), so I am again apologizing for the not-so-sharp photos. I hope they are enough to inspire you anyway!

Trinidad State Beach

My family chose to hike the trail along the bluffs as well as play on the beach. The foliage is lush along the bluffs!

Trinidad State Beach

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Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Explore! Stay healthy and stay safe!

Visiting My Daughter-Day Two…Patrick’s Point

While visiting our daughter, she took us to a fabulous park known as Patrick’s Point. I would go back again and again and again if I could! I found this to be a magical place!

Patrick's Point

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Patrick's Point

Patrick’s Point is 30 miles north of Eureka, California. It is a lush, 640 acre park that takes you to the jungle and to the seaside. There is so much to explore! The park has spectacular views and six miles of trails.

Patrick's Point

Patrick's Point

Patrick's Point

Patrick's Point

I took loads of photos…I couldn’t help myself…it is such a beautiful place!

Patrick's Point

Patrick's Point

Patrick's Point

Patrick's Point

Patrick's Point

Explore! Stay healthy and stay safe!

Mt. Rainier Vacation Day 3

This is my third and final post of my time at Mt. Rainier, and another picture heavy post.  For day one, click hereFor day two, click here.

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Reflection Lake and Narada Falls are two of those natural beauties that can be enjoyed by simply pulling into a turnout when taking a scenic drive, and stretching your legs a bit.

Mt. Rainier

On this day, the weather was wonderful, but there were clouds blocking the view of Mt. Rainier.

Mt. Rainier

Nevertheless, the lake was serene and full of fall color.

Mt. Rainier

This guy was the main attraction for guests.

Mt. Rainier

Narada Falls is one gorgeous place!  

Mt. Rainier

If you take the time to hike the trail, you can watch the water fall 168 feet!

Mt. Rainier

Early morning at the lodge…the sun has not penetrated the woods yet, but sunrise on the mountain is very pretty!

Mt. Rainier

Hubby and I drove back to Reflection Lake.  The mountain was out!

Mt. Rainier

However, the sun hadn’t warmed up the lake yet.  You can see frost and ice!

Mt. Rainier

It is October after all.  The mornings and nights are cold, and the days are shorter.  But the days are filled with azure blue skies and autumn color!

Our last hike was on the Snow Lake Trail.

Mt. Rainier

Mt. Rainier

The sun was warming some areas of the trail.

Mt. Rainier

Other areas were still frosty from a chilly night.

Mt. Rainier

Once up on a ridge, we could see the mountain.

Mt. Rainier

Mt. Rainier

Mt. Rainier

Mt. Rainier

Mt. Rainier

After that refreshing early morning hike, we took our last look at Mt. Rainier and headed home.

Mt. Rainier