Come with Me for a Walk in the Redwoods

Posted on February 18, 2024 by

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I don’t know how many times I’ve been to the Redwoods – six or eight times? – but regardless, it’s not enough. A perfect road trip down the coast of Oregon to Northern California takes you there easily and scenically from Seattle.  Once there, you’ll pick a grove or two (or three or four) and start your walk under the canopy of giant trees, surrounded by ferns,

and carpets of redwood sorrel.

You’ll pause and reflect before moving on to cross storybook bridges, perhaps surprised by a troll or fairy living underneath.

You’ll feel small under trees soaring 300 feet high, trees that have stood for a thousand years,

trees that have weathered adversity and overcome fire.

You’ll feel smaller still, dwarfed by the fallen ones who lay silent,

as indeed you should.

Sharing with Sunday Stills, Iconic Places and CFFC: Weathered Wood.

~ Susanne

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31 Comments on “Come with Me for a Walk in the Redwoods”

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  2. Oh my gosh, the size of these magnificent redwoods is staggering when compared to your hubby. The last image where he is standing amidst the fallen trees is epic! And they are all iconic!!

    • There’s no way to capture the scale of those giants, except next to a real (and tiny) human! I’m glad my dear husband is a willing partner in my photos!

  4. Have been to the Redwoods once, and it definitely felt like sacred space. Beautiful pics.

  6. You really captured the scale and magnificence of these giants well. I feel nothing but love and inspiration in their presence.

  7. We live in the heart of the redwoods along the Northern California coast. I try not to take it for granted even though I see it every day.

  9. It’s a special place for sure. I loved visiting there and your photos capture the magnitude of the trees and the magical nature of the whole area.

  11. Fantastic images and your descriptions really conjure up the atmosphere of this special place. Northern California is in our travel plans for later this year, I can’t wait to see these trees for myself!

  13. I really enjoyed this post. The photos were awesome! I’ve always wanted to visit the Redwoods, thanks for sharing your visit! 🌺

  14. Yes! THIS! Well done. It is a great place to visit and you did a great job at showing not just the size of the trees, but also the intimacy of the space.

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