Morro Bay, California

The drive from Bakersfield to Morro Bay was probably our shortest of the trip, 3 hours. The drive was through vast groves of flowering almond trees, miles of vineyards, some light fog and rain showers. As we neared the coast the mountains grew taller and greener, the sky cleared to blue, and we dropped down into Morro Bay. The State Park here is beautiful. The smell of eucalyptus is intoxicating. The sun is glinting off Morro Bay right now but we are shielded from the bright sun by towering pines. We walked down to the marina, a place of small skiffs and homemade boats and kayak rentals. The dogs are transfixed by new smells and we are happy to be here after eight days of travel. Pictures to come.