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Old Not Bold Hiker

Joined: 12 Dec 2006
Posts: 4745 | TRs | Pics
Location: Bend Oregon

	boot up Top Old Not Bold Hiker
	Thu Aug 07, 2014 10:07 pm Top

In case anyone wants to expand their range down to the Far Northern CA redwoods, don't overlook the wonderful coastline in Humbolt County.

Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Bittersweet visit a couple weekends ago, to an old stomping ground of my wife and I. One of her sisters lives in Trinidad, and we spent a lot of time there many years ago. This visit was a memorial gathering for her recently passed mom, and a bit of a family reunion for her side of the family. Skip the casino on Scenic drive, outside of the bustling metropolis of the downtown core of Trinidad, but explore the various climbs down to the beach below. Moonstone beach will be packed, on the same day you will only have a few people on the far superior Luffenholtz beach. Which we can also observe from Renee's sister's house.

Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

For a flashback to hippie days, check out Arcata square, especially on Saturday morning market.

Arcata square Saturday market. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Jocelyn Emily Renee, Arcata Saturday market. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Normally, we hit the many hikes of Patricks Point state park, which I highly recommend, but this time we just squeezed in a huge family group hike at a small uncrowded trail just north of the town of Trinidad. Guide service provided by my niece Megan. You can tell by our rigorous preparation and serious gear, that it was very tough hike.

Emily lost in the jungle. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

My daughter Jocelyn, lost in the woods, with the one essential. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Megan, telling the tale. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

My wife and daughters. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Niece Megan and daughter Emily. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Out there. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Renee hanging out on the stairs. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Emily cliff perching. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Emily striking a pose. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Family catching up on old times. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

My daughter Emily. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Emily Jocelyn Megan. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Leaving Tsunami zone. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Renee Gate. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Trail just north of the town of Trinidad. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Usually we spend a lot more time actually on Luffenholtz beach. This time I just got down to the beach for a quick visit with a small group of us that headed down. But what a great day it was! Unusual to get great clouds like this in the summer. The fog is pretty standard issue in summer though.

Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Swimming the bay. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Luffenholtz beach. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Marco and son. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Kelly and son with Emily and Jocelyn. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

The rest of the weekend bounced between the usual fog and late afternoon sun.

Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

The siblings were all hoping for a sunny memorial service on Luffenholtz point. I thought the "muffled drums" was an appropriate atmosphere. The Point was a good spot for this, but I will keep their moment private.

Muffled drums. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

Joyce Memories. Trinidad CA, July 2014, Joyce Ruys Memorial weekend

An awesome place to explore. Don't get so caught up in the redwoods that you miss the coast line if you are down that way.

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olderthanIusedtobe
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Joined: 05 Sep 2011
Posts: 7709 | TRs | Pics
Location: Shoreline

	olderthanIusedtobe Top Member
	Thu Aug 07, 2014 10:19 pm Top

I drove a lot of the California coast last summer (San Luis Obispo northward via Hwy 1 and 101). I must've drove thru Arcata and Trinidad, but it all kinda turned into a blur eventually. I think I went to Patrick Point SP but it was foggy and I didn't stay long. Looks like I missed some cool stuff in that area.

Malachai Constant
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Joined: 13 Jan 2002
Posts: 16092 | TRs | Pics
Location: Back Again Like A Bad Penny

	Malachai Constant Top Member
	Thu Aug 07, 2014 11:17 pm Top

We went through in July on the way to San Diego. There is so much beautiful coast in Norther California that it should be illegal. Went to dozens of pristine era he's with no people.

"You do not laugh when you look at the mountains, or when you look at the sea." Lafcadio Hearn

zephyr
aka friendly hiker

Joined: 21 Jun 2009
Posts: 3370 | TRs | Pics
Location: West Seattle

	zephyr Top aka friendly hiker
	Thu Aug 07, 2014 11:30 pm Top

Thanks for the report on Trinidad. I spent the night there coming back from a Southern California visit in April of 2011. 'Sorry for your family's loss, boot up. Your sister-in-law lived in one of the most scenic towns on the coast.

olderthanIusedtobe wrote:

I drove a lot of the California coast last summer (San Luis Obispo northward via Hwy 1 and 101).

I had been visiting the Central Coast as well and drove back this time further north on I-5 and departed west from Redding on Hwy 299. It's winds and curves through the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, but is fairly direct in the long run to the coast from the interior. It was still Spring back in there and the hills were green and the redbuds were blooming. There was snow in the mountains. The highway meets the Trinity River near Douglas City for a few miles, but eventually after you pass through the historic mining town of Weaverville, it follows the river for miles and miles until it splits off near the town of Willow Creek where the river heads north. Not much traffic and a lot of driving in beautiful rhythm with the river. This is gorgeous country.

Then eventually you arrive in Arcata and Trinidad is just up the road. The town had a great feeling, so much scenery there and big trees--Coastal Redwoods. You will see great local artwork in the shops and restaurants. It's definitely a place to work into your intinerary if headed to Northern California. From there, I drove on to Port Orford, Oregon and back to Eugene via Florence. ~z

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