“Adventure is worthwhile.” ― Aristotle.
I knew it was hot here in Three Rivers, CA but the temperature on my instrument panel - 112 degrees - was concerning. It was time to get out of Dodge and head for the cool coast, 150 miles away where the high was a mere 64 degrees.
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112 degrees in Three Rivers, CA |
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My ride begins with a farewell kiss from Denise and a picture. |
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Lunch along Highway 41. |
Normally, I'd travel Highway 1 from Monterey, pass the Bixby Bridge, down to Morro Bay. It's a scenic route with dramatic ocean views and a road full of challenging curves. There are also ample camping spots along this route. I love it. However, today is a quick one-night trip so I'll take a direct route from Three Rivers to San Simeon State Park where I hope to get a campsite.
The entrance station ranger asks: "Do you have a reservation?" It is always a good idea to ask if there are any last-minute cancellations when you don't have a reservation. "Today is your lucky day, site 229 in the Washburn Campground is open for tonight only," she adds with a smile. I buy some firewood and head up the road to Washburn to stake my claim. The evening sun is setting and I can hear the ocean waves a short distance away.
Campsite 229 is perhaps the best site in the entire campground. It is surrounded by huge pine trees that will make a perfect spot to hang my hammock.
Here are a few pictures from that trip.
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Bought some firewood for camp. |
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Home for the night. |
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Upper room tonight. |
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Camp life. |
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Washburn Campground, San Simeon State Park. |
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Mesmerizing. |
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The temperature in the morning was 46 degrees. |
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My 2019 Indian Springfield. |
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Sunset at San Simeon State Park. |
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JBJ Round Up Pizza in Cambria is a favorite spot. |
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Morro Bay State Park. |
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Farewell Morro Bay, heading home to Three Rivers. |
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