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Showing posts with label Montana D' Oro. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Montana D' Oro. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

THE MOUNTAIN OF GOLD

THE MAGNIFICENT BLUFF TRAIL
AT MONTNA D' ORO
 Every visit to Montana D' Oro State Park
is a gift.  Its pristine Bluff Trail is spectacular
and some of the most beautiful coast line
in California.
 Today's post is shot so that you can get a 
sense of the views as you walk the trail.

 Stunning geological formations and
secluded beaches and coves abound.

 In the frame below is a unique view of the famed 
Morro Rock, seen in the context of the Santa Lucia Range
and the Bay.








 Hikers can depart the Bluff Trail and climb up toward
the highlands.



 The art of nature is very evident on the trail.



 The non Pacific views are also stunning.
 The drive into and out of park takes you through
a beautiful stand of old eucalyptus trees.
When on the Central Coast you should allow time
for a visit to the "Mountain of Gold."  
There are times in the spring and summer when the 
poppies and other yellow blooms earn the 
name.  Magnificent in any season.
See you down the trail.