No, you didn't miss Trail #2. It was a poor choice and I didn't take any photos. Marian and I saw a trail while running and thought it would be a good hike. Alas, it was not. It was a lovely short "trail" that was really just a scenic walkway for a condo complex, and it quickly became a tiny trail that ended in the wilderness. So it was a very short walk involving a little bushwhacking that was met with delight by some and unhappiness by others.
And then Trail #3 was on Tuesday
It was a random neighborhood trail and I had to park at the strip mall half a block away. It was a nice trail, more what we had hoped for.
But it was still a short trail. It was about a 45 minute stroll through the valley. We were pleased with it. (And there were donuts after.....)
And then the really good hike was on Friday...
So, this trail was awesome! A little backstory- my friend Brook moved into the area from Okinawa as well. She lives around 30 minutes away, so she suggested meeting up for a hike at Annie's Canyon. The pictures online looked amazing and the girls were willing to get up at 7am to go hike that trail.
We met up with Brook and her 3 kids there and were disappointed to discover that while the area and other trails were open, the specific one we wanted was closed. We went ahead and had a lovely hike anyway, on the other trail. It was a very pretty area and the girls were happy to have green stuff and trees to hike through. It was a rousing success! Plus, I got to visit with my friend.
We did bring face masks for when we encountered other hikers.
The weather was nice and the trail was perfect.
The trees provided some shade as well.
We enjoyed going down to the the water to see the fish. It was so pretty!
Callie called it "post apocalyptic". It was an interesting dichotomy to have this little oasis of nature that looks so untouched, and it is right next to the bustle of the city.
Can you see the bunny on the trail?! I was trying to get a photo before the other hikers scared it away. The kids loved seeing the wildlife. Lots of lizards.
And this magnificent tree that just HAD to be climbed!
Of course I needed a selfie of this cutie!
The trail was sandy and wide enough for us all.
And there were fun things for the kids to see and check out.
I was so happy they had a good time.
It was a wonderful morning to get away and get out. It was the best of everything: friends, sunshine, exercise and nature!
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