Incredible corners of the world
California has so much to offer! We started our day tucked away up in the redwood forest. Walking alongside these ancient beings is both sombering and edifying. You exit a redwood forest a different person than when you went in. In the early morning, I went on one of the most beautiful runs I have ever seen. Hopping over streams that chuckled down redwood roots, I weaved through the trees. Ferns brushed bright green against the red walls of tree trunk as I streaked by. The rich, earthy smell of old forest filled by lungs with each breath. Massive squirrels that matched the size of the trees chattered at me as I passed. It was a transformative experience.
We filled the rest of the afternoon exploring every nook and cranny of the ocean edge, poking at the beautiful and mysterious creatures that live there. Tyler has the tide pool eye. I can stare at one pool for half and hour and not see the giant pearly seashell that he comes by and pulls out of a crack. Orange starfish stood out stark against purple spiky urchins. Lime green and pink anemones flowed neon in the clear pools. Tide pools are like little windows into another world. Tyler loves them! He gets all giddy and loses all track of time as he pokes around the little pools. I almost like watching him scamper around like the little boy he is more than looking at the pools themselves. 🤗🦀
Visiting Big Basin with Kids
Tip: The visitor center at Big Basin is open later than most– 9am-7pm and has pretty good wifi if you need it.
Tip: The drive up to this State Park is long and windy. Pull over occasionally to give your more carsick kiddos a break.
Tip: The campgrounds are near streams and most sites have redwoods. Perfect for campground exploring.
Walkabout 