Several years ago we took a drive up California route 49. We explored the northern end of this road through California's historic Gold Country. That trip had been before digital cameras and blogging and I was anxious to return so that I could share this place with you.
The innkeeper at the B & B we stayed at (no, we don't always camp) suggested dinner at Sardine Lake resort but warned us that they did not take credit cards.It doesn't look very impressive but as I recall, the food was good. Since we didn't eat there this trip I can't vouch for the quality currently nor do I know if they now take credit cards.
We were told to check in at the boat house where we could get a drink and wait for our table.
As pleasant as that evening had been, neither of these things are what I was anxious to experience again.
The area is very popular in the summer but was quiet when we visited early in the fall. Even though many fisherman were out on the lake, there were still plenty of boats available to rent.
An interpretive trail begins at sand pond. Signs along the way explain how both man and nature have changed the environment over time.
The innkeeper at the B & B we stayed at (no, we don't always camp) suggested dinner at Sardine Lake resort but warned us that they did not take credit cards.It doesn't look very impressive but as I recall, the food was good. Since we didn't eat there this trip I can't vouch for the quality currently nor do I know if they now take credit cards.
We were told to check in at the boat house where we could get a drink and wait for our table.
As pleasant as that evening had been, neither of these things are what I was anxious to experience again.
It was this that drew me back. The incredible beauty of the Sierra Buttes reflected in Sardine Lake.
The area is very popular in the summer but was quiet when we visited early in the fall. Even though many fisherman were out on the lake, there were still plenty of boats available to rent.
Nearby is Sand Pond with a picnic area and swimming.
An interpretive trail begins at sand pond. Signs along the way explain how both man and nature have changed the environment over time.
A sign here explained how beavers dammed up the creek here, drowning the trees. After the beavers moved on the pond filled in and became a meadow. Eventually the forest will retake this land.
See more views of our wonderful world at Our World, Tuesday, hosted for us by Arija, Gattina, Lady Fi, Sylvia and Sandy.
What a beautiful area!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous place, Martha! I love the reflections! I can understand your wanting to return to see those -- never mind the quality of the food and/or restaurant! Terrific captures for the day!
ReplyDeleteSylvia
Such a beautiful place. Looks like a great place to camp, in warmer weather.
ReplyDeleteWonderful place and landscape! I love the photos of mountain and the great reflection in water. Would love to be on top:-)
ReplyDeleteHappy week to you!
Gorgeous Martha! It would draw me back again too. (There are so many places we'd like to re-visit, especially with a digital camera, and so many beautiful new places (like this one)! So many places....
ReplyDeleteStunning place!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful lake, very picturesque.
ReplyDeleteWow, what a beautiful place to visit. The views and your photos are just beautiful. My favorite is the reflection of the Sierra Buttes, it is a stunning scene. Thanks for sharing your world.
ReplyDeleteSo many places to visit.
ReplyDeleteSo little time.
I am so grateful for blogging, so that I can enjoy many of them vicariously.
Of course, it also makes me aware of more of them, so it could be a tradeoff.
This beautiful place would be best enjoyed in the off season I would think!
ReplyDeletebeautiful pics :)
ReplyDeleteI can see why you want to go back there. Lovely!
ReplyDeletedidn't realise beavers can cause such damage.
ReplyDeleteWhat a dream !
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What an exquisite place, Martha, although I can imagine it might not be as photogenic in summer.
ReplyDeleteThe cycle of life is fascinating, isn't it? The beavers build dams, then there are floods, ponds are formed, but the ponds dry up and become meadows, and the meadows are reforested.
Wonderful!
Kay, Alberta, Canada
An Unfittie’s Guide to Adventurous Travel
Beavers do cause a lot of damage that we here in Canada, who made them a national symbol many decades ago, had discovered. Although they destroy trees, they suffered in the hands of the Hudson’s Bay Company that sold beaver pelts that were in high demand. Seems it’s all about balance and nature has a way of coming out on top.
ReplyDeletewow that's a very nice view! I hope it would stay that beautiful forever!
ReplyDeleteLovely! The undisturbed reflections, extremely well taken pictures.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous place!
ReplyDeleteHi there - how many hours could you spend looking at those lakes!
ReplyDeleteSplendid pictures.
Cheers - Stewart M - Australia
Wow, what a beautiful place!
ReplyDeleteThat is a beautiful place! I love the reflections of the mountains in both of those lakes!!
ReplyDeleteWow, haven't been there in years, thank you for the trip down memory lane, and the incredible photographs.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful, peaceful, and colorful time of the year for a visit to such a scenic spot. Those reflections are to die for! Wow!
ReplyDeleteThat's a place worth going back to. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteoh my, these are some nice photos. I love the vintage quality to them, and this spot looks as though time stood still there. I can see why you were drawn to it again. I especially like the shot of Sand Pond. happy weekend to you Martha.
ReplyDeletei have always wanted to visit places like this in my travel. sigh..... one day i will reach there.
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous photos ... I like the pictures very well ... an excellent and wonderful series ...
ReplyDeleteLG: Karin
I wouldn´t mind living there. :)
ReplyDeleteHow very amazing. Wonderful shots. I love B & Bs.
ReplyDeleteCheers from Cottage Country!
A very beautiful landscape ! This old inn looks real romantic !
ReplyDeleteGorgeous reflections, I love the blue and green colors. :)
ReplyDeleteOh my heavens! You're making me want to take another trip back to the mainland. I'm just traveling through your blog after hopping over from Linda's.
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