This is a state park established in 1931 to protect the North Grove of about 100 mature sequoias. In addition, the Stanislaus River runs through the park, offering campers and photographers even more to enjoy. The sequoias here are not as big and impressive as in Sequoia National Park but the we enjoyed the day nonetheless. There is more of a 'forest' feeling here and the Stanislaus River was a good break from trees!
Big tall trees in a heavily forested area are tough to photograph and provide a sense of scale. This is a huge cavern and I found it hard to believe the tree was still alive.
The path from the parking lot to the river is designated as an 'accessibility' path, meaning we could walk it with a smile on our face.
There were several benches along the path which was listed as being just a quarter mile, round trip. My kinda hike!
Often when we are out taking photographs we think about our friends and how nice it would be if they were with us. So, it was no surprise that in this place the topic of Kati getting her very artistic detailed images came up. Tom mentioned to Steve that it was not that easy to do and that Kati was VERY good at it. So, of course, they each gave it a try. I had to smile because I had already thought of Rick as I had captured a star burst. At some point, everyone gets thought of as we imagine how much each person would enjoy the opportunities we were experiencing.
Tom loves to play with bubbles. It is the kid in him!!
Yep, a pretty much one lane and forest dark road. Let's go home.
On the way home Steve spotted this opportunity by the road. By the time I could safely pull over he had a bit of a walk back to get this image.
We are so glad you have joined us.