Henry Coe State Park, California

March 16 - 17, 2002

Coe Park is the largest state park in northern California, with over 87,000 acres of wild open spaces. The terrain of the park is rugged, varied, and beautiful, with lofty ridges and steep canyons. Once the home of Ohlone Indians, the park is now home to a fascinating variety of plants and animals, including the elusive mountain lion. Within Coe Park are the headwaters of Coyote Creek, long stretches of the Pacheco and Orestimba creeks, and a 23,300-acre wilderness area.
I with my three other friends, visited the park in March 2002 and camped there for a night. This 2-day, 1-night trip has provded to be my best hiking and camping trip so far.

	Our group before starting the 3.5 mile hike that was covered in 6 hours.
	A beautiful view of the valley.
	Spring Wildflower Carpet in a Blue Oak Woodland.
	Another excellent view of the pond and the meadows.
	Setting up our camps and preparing the evening meal.
	Starting our return journey the next day during snowfall.
	On top of Mount Wilson encountering strong and cold winds.
	Our camp site at Tulie Pond.

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