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EverydayHiker
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Former fisheries scientist, current everyday hiker. Join me on the trail with daily photos of the hikes I’ve done. HQ photos at flickr.com/everydayhiker/
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Portland Japanese Gardens
Portland, Oregon

Nature Walk, ~1 mi or less to see it all
Minimal elevation gain
'Hiked' 11/2/2023

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#Portland #Oregon #JapaneseGarden #Autumn #FallColors #JapaneseMaple
A Japanese style building may be seen behind two Maples in full fall coloration, mostly in the orange hue. A Japanese style rock garden, with a raindrop shaped grass/moss patch in the center surrounded by raked concentric lines. Outside of this, a vibrant fall colored Japanese Maple in shades of orange as well as various green shrubs and trees beyond. A stunning Japanese Maple, with the foreground on the left in shades of orange and red while the backside towards the right is more of a yellow orange hue. Much of the trunk and limbs may also be seen. The vibrant orange Japanese Maple that is the main attraction in fall at the garden may be seen on the other side of the pond from where this photo was taken. In the foreground two Sandhill Cranes statues may be seen 'foraging' along the shore of a pond. Much of the surrounding foliage is dark to light green with some yellows, and a few patches of bright orange may also be seen intermittently.
November 22, 2025 at 7:33 PM
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Hurricane Hill via Hurricane Ridge
Olympic National Park, WA

Moderate, 4.35 mi out and back
883 ft elevation gain
Hiked 9/9/23

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#HurricaneHill #Olympic #NationalParks #PortAngeles #Wildfire #hiking #photography
Photo from a viewpoint along the trail, with the town of Port Angeles on the left of frame leading up to Mt Angeles on the right of frame. In the distant center, Mt Baker may be seen. Looking across the valley towards what I believe is Klahhane Ridge, with its jagged peaks and patches of snow at higher elevations. A view of the ridgeline leading from Port Angeles (left) towards Mt Angeles (whose peak is out of frame right). A snowy Mt Baker may be seen in the distance looking like it is floating above the wildfire haze. A view of the smoke rising from one of wildfires going on at the time of hike. Jagged-tooth ridgeline may be seen behind the smoke.
November 21, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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Extra post of the photo containing various mushroom species from the Visitors Center to fit the second half of the alt-text descriptions provided in the display. Begins with Morels, which are furthest right in the middle, followed by the lowest row left to right.
Morchella deliciosa Morel The name Morchella deliciosa applies to more than one kind of morel, as they are especially complex to identify. Common in the Pacific Northwest, this mushroom fruits in spring and has a hollow interior. Coprinopsis atramentaria Common Ink Cap Inky caps grow in abundant clusters on decaying wood. The gills liquefy into a black ink that helps to spread the spores- sometimes in a matter of hours! Cortinarius violaceus Violet Cort Cortinarius is the largest genus of mushrooms in the world, with over a thousand estimated species. The deep color of the violet cort is unforgettable and is usually quite rare except for in old-growth forests (unreadable but I believe it said something about Olympic National Parks). Lactarius deliciosa Saffron Milk Cap Lactarius species are identified by a milky fluid that exudes from the mushroom when broken. Archaeologists discovered a 2,000-year-old Roman mosaic depicting this fungus that is common to pine and spruce forests. Geastrum saccatum Rounded Earthstar The rounded earthstar uses its “arms” to anchor itself to the soil where it decomposes decaying wood. Raindrops hitting the puffball help disperse its spores
November 20, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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Heart O' the Forest Trail
Olympic National Park, WA

Easy to Moderate, 4.51 mi out and back
817 ft elevation gain
Hiked 9/8/25

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#Olympic #NationalParks #Washington #Mushrooms #Hiking #Photography
A collection of mushroom displays located in the visitors center to help identification. Going left to right, top to bottom, reads: Cantharellus formosus Pacific Golden Chanterelle One of the best-known wild mushrooms in North America, the chanterelle typically displays a cheerful bright orange color. Growing with western hemlock and other conifers, the pacific golden chanterelle was recently determined its own species uniquie to the Pacific Northwest, separate from the Cantarellus cibarius. Stropharia ambigua Questionable Stropharia Cottony, white veil remnants hang on the edge of the cap of the Stropharia ambigua. The surface of the cap appears slimy and moist, and it thrives in dark, cold places like rain forests or along streams. Chlorophylum rachodes Shaggy Parasol The species name comes from a Greek word for “ragged” or “tattered”. There have been sightings of several hundred of the shaggy parasol under a single tree. Turbinellus floccosus Scaly Chanterelle Find this vase shaped mushroom growing in conifer forests where it forms a mutually beneficial relationship with spruces, firs, and hemlocks. The mushroom helps the tree absorb water and nutrients while the tree provides sugars and amino acids. Sparassis Cauliflower Mushroom The wavy, ribbonlike lobes of the cauliflower mushroom is parasitic on the roots of trees, especially of Douglas-fir. In the Pacific Northwest, over 50-pound specimens have been found, though generally are around 1 to 5 pounds. Amanita muscaria Fly Agaric This brilliant red to orange mushroom with white spots is one of the most widely recognized mushrooms in America, often represented in pop culture, art, fashion, décor, video games, and television. The name “fly agaric” refers to the ancient practice of using the mushroom to stupefy flies. Boletus zeleri Zeller’s Bolete Showing off a red stem, blackish brown cap, yellow pores, and shades of blue when bruised, the Zeller’s is one of the most colorful boletes. Cont in thread A massive exposed root structure from a fallen tree along the trail. A variety of green shrubs, ferns, mosses, and leaves may be seen surrounding on all sides. Beads of moisture/slime pool along the underside of this mushroom in the Fomitopsis genus. This whole trip had surprisingly blue skies while in the rain forests, leading to a lot of mushrooms (and one hiker) sweating in the sun. A large tree that has snapped near its base lays suspended over the trail. A few other smaller trees that were likely taken down by its fall have also been suspended in the air around it.
November 20, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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High Divide and Seven Lakes Basin Trail
Olympic National Park, WA

Hard, 19.04 mi loop
4,911 ft elevation gain
Hiked 9/7/23

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#Olympic #NationalParks #HighDivide #SolDuc #Hiking #photography #Landscape#PNW #Washington
A 2x2 waterfall flowing down the Sol Duc River into a canyon it is slowly creating. Various shades of green may be seen throughout. A fallen tree lays stretched into the crevice to for scale. A steep hillside with the trail cutting up the left of frame. Some patches of trees may be seen hanging on in this heavily sloped scree field. A jagged ridgeline may be seen in the distance along the middle right under cloudy skies barely above the ridge. Looking across the seven lakes basin from back on the loop trail as you begin the long descent. I believe the most visible lake is Long Lake, with Sol Duc in the distance. Various peak spires may be seen rising up around the basin and among further ridges under thick clouds barely higher than the trail. The best view towards Mt Olympus that I saw. A slight break in the thick clouds looks in towards Blue Glacier and the Mid Peak area of the mountain on the opposite side of an unseen valley. Snow fields leading towards the glacier mix in with the clouds.
November 19, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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Marymere Falls Trail
Olympic National Park, Washington

Easy, 2.5 mi out and back
384 ft elevation gain
Hiked 9/16/25

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#Olympic #NationalParks #Waterfalls #Washington #Hiking #photography #OldGrowth
Marymere falls, plunging 90 ft and the surrounding bowl area. The viewing platform edge may be seen in the lower right along with a couple trees growing on the left frame. Established vegetation on the rock wall (right) further away leads to moss growing on the edge of the water flow. A pile of fallen trees that have gone over the falls lay trapped in the basin below. One near and one far wooden bridges made from split trees may be seen along the trail crossing over Barnes Creek. A heavily moss tangle of branches drape down the left of frame. A merged and split pair of trees grow with thick roots encompassing a large boulder.The trail may be seen wrapping around them to the right. A large fallen tree lays suspended over the trail with a variety of tree species growing in the area around it. Moss may be seen growing on all surfaces.
November 18, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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5-Mile Island via Hoh River Trail
Olympic National Park, Washington

Moderate, 10.59 mi out and back
860 ft elevation gain
Hiked 9/5/23

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#HohRainforest #HohRiver #OlympicNationalPark #NationalParks #hiking #photography #Washington #PNW
The trail passes by a large tree that has fallen and gotten wedged in the air between several other trees. A break in the overgrowth reveals a view to the distant shore covered in evergreens. Close by is a patch of undergrowth and fallen trees. A large tree that has snapped in half witht the broken half laying across the lower frame. Surrounding it are mostly evergreen trees and green ferns. One deciduous tree in the center has started its fall transformation, adding contrast to the photo. A mother and kid Elk grazing in the campground area at the beginning of the trail.
November 17, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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Quinault Big Sitka Spruce Tree Trail
Quinault, Washington

Easy, 0.42 mi out and back
36 ft elevation gain
Hiked 9/5/23

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#WorldsTallest #SitkaSpruce #TallTrees #Washington #QuinaultRainforest #hiking #Photography
Several hikers marvel upwards at the world's largest Spruce tree; which has a circumference of 58'11", height of 191', and is approximately 1,000 years old. A massive evergreen stands out among a grove of other tall but skinny trees. This may be one of the 'Quinault Valley Champion Six' trees, but I am uncertain. The lush Quinault rainforest with moss covering everything it can. The trail runs just out of frame tot the right along the visible handrail. A younger tree has grown from the base of this large tree stump, with roots dangling on all sides of the stump.
November 14, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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Mt Trinity area walkabout
Lovelock, NV

Moderate, 4.53 mi out and back/wander
1,089 ft elevation gain
Hiked 11/2/24

#Rockhounding #Nevada #TrinityMountains #Desert #Hiking #photography
A large rolling hill comes to a rocky crest with various desert grasses in autumn under mostly cloudy skies. A microwave tower stands in the center of the frame in the distance, surrounded by a rocky hillside up close that turns to more desert grasses in the distance. Late fall in Nevada, differing shades of brown and tan desert grasses and shrubs stretch among the rolling hillside leading to the Trinity Mountains under mostly cloudy skies. A small rock pile sits among the desert grasses in late fall. A steep hillside with a small cliff face may be seen to the left while rolling hills may be seen on the right.
November 13, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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North Dome and Indian Arch
Yosemite National Park, California

Moderate to Hard, 9.84 mi out and back
2,188 ft elevation gain
Hiked 10/26/24

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#Yosemite #NorthDome #HalfDome #IndianArch #NationalParks #Landscape #photography #hiking
A wide shot looking underneath Indian Arch towards the trail that led to it. A roughly 5 ft tall rock structure may be seen on the right with a slot that has slowly eroded in to it. Half Dome seen from afar, framed by evergreens and with the peaks of a nearby mountain seen behind the dome in the distance. Looking across the valley towards Half Dome from North Dome, which frames the lower portion of the photo. I believe that is the various peaks along Mt Ansel Adams in the distant left. Half Dome surrounded on all sides by various peaks in the distance, with the slanted rock face on a lower portion of North Dome in the foreground.
November 12, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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Obsidian Dome Trail
Inyo National Forest, Crestview, CA

Easy, 1.33 mi loop
223 ft elevation gain
Hiked 10/19/25

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#ObsidianDome #Obsidian #Volcano #Inyo #California #hiking #Sierra #photography
A layer of close by boulders followed by another large mound within the obsidian dome, with the jagged ridgeline of mountains seen in the distance. A large chunk of obsidian shines among its smaller counterparts. Standing atop a broken outcrop of volcanic rock, the loop trail on the top of Obsidian Dome may be seen wrapping a large mound. Lichen grows on weathered volcanic rock boulders while behind it another large ridge of obsidian may be seen in front of a jagged ridgeline in the distance.
November 11, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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A short trip to Hell, surrounded by the slight screams of air escaping from hydrothermal vents. This adventure takes you down to a couple of boardwalks around active geothermal mudpots and boiling pools of liquid pyrite and acidic-loving cyanobacteria. Please stay on the boardwalks to avoid injuries
November 10, 2025 at 7:26 PM
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Bumpass Hell Trail
Lassen Volcanic National Park, CA

Moderate, 2.94 mi out and back
587 ft elevation gain
Hiked 10/11/24

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#BumpassHell #Lassen #Hydrothermal #Geothermal #Volcanic #nationalparks #California #hiking #Photography
A serene setting along the early trail among evergreens, concealing the 'hell' that awaits further along. Looking out from the rocky outcrop that makes an early viewpoint towards what I believe is Pilot Pinnacle. Various pools of turquoise or grey water with steam escaping from hydrothermal vents make up Bumpass Hell, an inhospitable landscape with the slight screaming sounds emanating all around it. A boardwalk cuts along the pools for viewing up close. Outside of the 'hell', evergreens grow in the corners of the frame. A steaming and bubbling pool forms above a hydrothermal vent.
November 10, 2025 at 7:26 PM
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Lassen Peak Trail
Lassen Volcanic National Park, CA

Hard, 5.1 mi out and back
1,975 ft elevation gain
Hiked 10/11/24

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An early view up the trail when it is still 'steep' but before it gets 'real steep.' Intersecting lines of hillsides cross through the frame while red autumnal ground cover plants contrast with the evergreen trees and light desert brown of the mountain. The crater near the top of Lassen Peak, still housing a small patch of snow in the Alpine zone. Mt Shasta may be seen over the rim in the distance to the left of center. Looking down from the true summit, which is a little further than the crater area. The steep ridgeline may be seen with the trail's switchbacks cutting across it. Nearby Lake Helen is also seen down below. The trail follows along the left of frame as it leads up to the true summit, taken from the crater overlook area.
November 10, 2025 at 1:24 AM
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McKenzie River Trail- Sahalie Falls, Koosah Falls, and Blue Pool Loop
Sisters, Oregon

Moderate, 10.78 mi Loop (shorter routes available)
1,207 ft elevation gain
Hiked 9/19/24

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#McKenzieRiver #waterfalls #SahalieFalls #BluePool #Oregon #hiking #photography
McKenzie River Trail- Sahalie Falls, Koosah Falls, and Blue Pool Loop, Willamette National Forest, near Sisters, Oregon Sahalie Falls as it spills into a blue pool churned with whitewater below. Three streams of water form the low water Koosah falls, which is one large flow in higher water. Amazing how much water there is even in September. Looking down into the blue abyss that is Blue Pool. The logs seen at the bottom are just that, and not to be confused with sticks by the perspective in the 30 ft or so deep water.
November 8, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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Darlingtonia Nature Trail
Florence, Oregon

Nature Trail, ~0.2 mi loop
No elevation gain
Hiked 3/25/25

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#PitcherPlants #OregonCoast #Darlingtonia #bog #hiking #photography
A couple of pitcher plants growing in a bog like cobras waiting to strike, with a few types of ferns and other vegetation growing among them. Photo of signpost describing Darlingontia plants, reads: These cobra-like plants, Darlingtonia californica, are found natively in the bog areas of Northern California and Southwestern Oregon. They flower in May or June with hanging blooms of yellow and red and produce up to a dozen leaves per plant. Erect seed pods remain most of the summer. Insects are lured into the leaf opening under the hood by nectar on the colorful ‘petal-like’ appendages and the edges of the opening. Once inside the hood the insects become confused by the many transparent areas in the upper parts of the leaves which appear as exits. Keeping a foothold on the glassy smooth upper surface of the tube is difficult and eventually the insects are trapped in the lower tube by sharp downward pointing hairs. After falling into a pool of liquid at the base of the leaf, the captive is digested and absorbed as food through the plants thin lower walls. Diagram on left shows the various parts of the plant, starting top to bottom reads: Flower -yellow sepals -red petals Leaf -transparent window -forked appendages -leaf tube -downward pointing hairs -digestive enzymes A small field of Darlingtonia californica (Pitcher plants) growing in a bog. A collection of smaller pitcher plants growing in the more shaded area of the bog. Unsure of whether these were younger or if they were smaller and greener due to reduced sunlight.
November 7, 2025 at 7:29 PM
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Bullard's Beach Loop
Bullard's Beach State Park, Bandon, Oregon

Easy, 3.56 mi loop trail
207 ft elevation gain
Hiked 3/24/25

#OregonCoast #Oregon #BullardsBeach #hiking #photography #boardwalk
Bullard's Beach Loop, Bullard's Beach State Park, Bandon, Oregon Another section of the boardwalk going under water along the path. Good thing it was warm out that day! A piece of driftwood sticks up from the ground, surrounded by beach filled with it. Some Curlews foraging along the shoreline while waves roll in behind them.
November 6, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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Humbug Mountain Trail
Port Orford, Oregon

Moderate, 5.63 mi out and back (loop was closed)
1,847 ft elevation gain
Hiked 3/24/25

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#OregonCoast #HumbugMountain #PortOrford #hiking #photography #PacificOcean
The view to the south from Humbug Mountain, light fog fills in the valleys of the rippling hills along the coast. A Trillium flower unfurls in the morning light. Looking north, the town of Port Orford may be seen along the Oregon coast. A Snail-Eating Beetle (not positive on which species) climbs a small vine of moss dangling from a stump. For something that eats snails, these things sure move fast.
November 5, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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Cape Sebastian Trail
Cape Sebastian Scenic Corridor, Oregon

Moderate, 3.72 mi out and back
853 ft elevation gain
Hiked 3/23/25

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#OregonCoast #CapeSebastian #Fog #hiking #photography #birds #landscape
A Vulture flies out of the thick fog blocking all else besides a single tree rising up. A side view of the trail and the lower rocks being hammered by waves, fog obscures the distance. Rays of sun break through the last of the fog during the ascent through the trees.
November 4, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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Tall Trees Grove
Redwoods National Park, California

Moderate, 5.07 mi Out and Back
860 ft elevation gain
Hiked 3/18/25

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#Redwoods #NationalParks #TallTrees #LadybirdJohnson #WestCoast #hiking #photography
A large fallen Redwood with a trail dug out underneath it. Huge splinters from a tree it snapped on the way down may be seen on the left of frame. Collateral damage from the recent tree fall, with several other downed trees and small shrubs surrounded by unphased Redwoods that were far enough away. A portion of the Tall Trees Grove, with some spectacularly large Redwoods reaching skyward.
November 3, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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Mahan Plaque Trail/Founder's Tree Trail
Avenue of the Giants, CA

Easy, 2.7 mi Lollipop
157 ft elevation gain
Hiked 3/13/25

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#Redwoods #AvenueoftheGiants #California #WestCoast #hiking #photography #Endor
A wild grove of Redwoods surrounded by lush foliage in the undergrowth. A hiker stands at the base of the Founder's Tree; a massive 346.1 ft behemoth with a 12.7 ft diameter and a 40 ft circumference. Many other large Redwoods are also in the surrounding area. A hiker stands inside of a large gap in a monstrous Redwood tree. A magical grove of Redwoods near the start/end of the trail. The Rocivante (my van) may be seen in the distant center as a white dot in all of the green and brown.
November 1, 2025 at 10:52 PM
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Rockefeller Grove Trail
Humboldt Redwoods State Park, CA

Easy/Nature Walk, 1.14 mi loop
59 ft elevation gain
Hiked 3/13/25

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#Redwoods #HumboldtStatePark #California #Hiking #photography
The trail passing by a large fallen Redwood stump, surrounded by many other Redwood trees. A shot of a grove of Redwoods surrounding the trail. A couple of Redwoods may be seen intruding diagonally from left of frame to upper. The trail passes along the right of frame past a large fallen Redwood in this forest of trees lit up by the afternoon sun. A hiker standing perhaps 30 ft away, surrounded by massive Redwood trees.
October 31, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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Mussel Rocks Trail
Sue-Meg State Park, Trinidad, CA

Moderate (steep and uneven terrain), 0.3 mi out and back
~100 ft elevation gain
Hiked 3/11/25

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#Sue-Meg #California #PacificOcean #Hiking #Photography #MusselRock
A wave sprays upwards as it hits the rock wall on the left, while various other outcrops are bathed in the incoming tide. A sharp rocky outcrop rises above it all on the right. The slowly warping hillside near the end of the trail. Pictures do not do justice to just how warped and uneven this staircase set into the hill has become. A pointed rock jutting up out of the water, with various smaller outcrops also above the waterline. Bonus-Back at Agate Beach, the early morning light tries to break through the thick clouds. A structure made from driftwood sits in the small stream that leads to the Pacific Ocean. Shows a little more of the actual beach combing area on Agate Beach, which extends indefinitely in the other direction.
October 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Rim Trail- Wedding Rock and Patrick's Point
Sue-Meg State Park, CA

Easy, 2.23 mi out and back (from campground)
384 ft elevation gain
Hiked 3/10/25

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#Sue-Meg #WeddingRock #Coastline #PacificOcean #Sunset #hiking #photography #California
Wedding rock basking in the sunlight during the golden hour. with a wave crashing upon its lower cliff face. Distant coastline may be seen in the top right of frame. Looking south from one of the overlooks on Wedding Rock. There are several stone seating areas on the large rock providing ample viewing areas. Looking over the top of Wedding rock towards the distant coast to the north near sunset. The setting sun obscured by clouds giving it a mirage like quality while a relatively calm ocean extends beneath it.
October 29, 2025 at 6:49 PM
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Agate Beach Trail
Sue-Meg State Park (formerly Patrick's Point), CA

Easy (One large hill), 0.9+ mi out and back
236 ft elevation gain
Hiked 3/10/25

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#Sue-Meg #Yurok #AgateBeach #Tidepooling #Landslide #Hiking #photography #California #Coastline
The overlook at the top of the trail gives a great view of the vast coastline. Along the water in the lower right, some beach-goers may be seen for scale. A group of Ochre Sea Stars awaiting the return of the tide. If you look closely, there is at least one purple one hiding/caught underneath the orange one. 'Feed me Seymour!' A sea anemone at the edge of the tidewater. I believe the one's I saw were Starburst and not Aggregating as they seemed to all be solitary, but I could easily be wrong. The active, but diminished landslide occuring at Agate beach. Overnight the night before I heard/felt a major addition to the slide occur from my nearby campsite. This whole park is slowly succumbing to erosion unfortunately.
October 28, 2025 at 6:30 PM