Day #60 – Redwoods National and State Parks

We arrived at Redwoods National and State Park and camped at Elk Prairie Campground. This campground has a large meadow where Elk come to graze. There they are, grazing away while hundreds of people are nearby watching. It’s amazing! 
 
The Redwoods definitely offers a different vibe than Lassen Volcanic NP. Coming from a place where volcanic explosions and forest fires devastated the landscape to a place on the Pacific Ocean teaming with wildlife, huge trees and awesome sunsets is life changing experience. 
 
On our journey through the park, we stopped by a 1500 year old , 286 ft all Redwood named “Big Tree”! Redwoods are tall and Sequoias are fat!
 
We hiked the Lady Bird Johnson Grove Trail.
 
We discovered a WWII early warning radar station designed to look like a working farm to deter enemy attacks.
 
Moving on, we encountered seals swimming up Klamath River searching for a fine fish dinner.
 
The Klamath River Overlook offered a wonderful view. 
 
Walking on sandy beaches amidst the scenery and surf was a relaxing way to end our visit.
-Bob