So it has begun! About a week ago I picked up my sister from the Las Vegas airport, and since then have been bouncing around California. Spent the evening taking in the spectacle of the Vegas Strip, and began our westerly journey the following day. Since then we have driven through Death Valley and toured Yosemite.
Panorama shot of Yosemite NP from atop the Pothole Dome
After some time boulder-hopping at Pothole Dome and Bridalveil Falls, we went westward to Sacramento. Got to visit the downtown hotspot Dive Bar, featuring a huge aquarium over the bar complete with a live "mermaid, and then walk around the historic district. After a somewhat harrowing drive to and within the city of San Francisco, we managed to see some nightlife and wander around Pier 39 and see its resident sea lions. Then, north across the mist-shrouded Golden Gate, and a pilgrimage to the nature-cathedral atmosphere of Muir Woods. Up coast, to winding roads and breathtaking vistas.
The disappearing horizon of the California coast, not far north of San Francisco
Some interesting drives in the backwoods, through wine country, and eventually to the rocky shores of a state park. Got to see tide pools, crashing waves, black oystercatchers, and harbor seals!
Rocky tidepools at MacKerricher SP
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