SOUNDS OF THE SEALS

We can almost see the ocean through the trees from our campsite. Each night we hear the waves and the barking of seals, although we are at least a half a mile from the ocean. This morning it was clear and warm and everyone was dithering about what to do on our last day here. There was some talk about a bike ride, and then a longer conversation about hiking back into the State Park.

At about noon the decision was made to hike the Rim Trail. They started at Wedding Rock and began a moderate, two mile hike in the forest where they saw some fantastic views of the ocean. Kathe and Warren found some wild evergreen blueberries along the trail that were quite tasty. The trail ended at Palmer Point where we used to climb down to the tide pools. Unfortunately, that area is now closed due to coastal erosion and it’s unlikely to be open anytime soon. The pictures were taken today on the hike.

Before turning around and hiking back, Warren and Kathe found some really ripe blackberries and feasted on those as they returned to the car.

It’s been a great three days here, just relaxing and enjoying the beauty of the area. Tomorrow we head further south and our drives will be longer and our stays shorter so we can be home by the end of the month.