Tuesday, September 1, 1998

Gold Country, California

The route along CA Highway 49 is known as California's Gold Rush Country.  There are several small towns that have retained and restored the original buildings.  The highway also follows some breathtaking rivers and countryside.  

One interesting side trip we made was to the Indian Grinding Rock State Historic Park.   It has a replica of an indian village.  

Moaning Cavern and California Cavern were wonderful places to see.  The formations are unbelievable. 

We learned a lot of history and enjoyed every minute of it.

Chain Lakes Loop

On the first day of autumn, Mike was able to get in one final Saturday of good weather for a day hike to give him over 50 miles of hiking in...