Lazarow World-Hike-About

The views generally in this region are lovely. However, when combined with the pattern of weather experienced, particularly the thick, low clouds, the atmosphere proved to be quite spectacular, without exaggeration. The pictures below tell their own story which we believe is aided by one's imagination and perspective. We'll leave it to you, the viewer to decide and leave off our usual captions, comments and headers. Cheers,  Jenni and Jeffrey

After twenty minutes, we reach this point with a view of the mountain being strip-mined and enjoy the grass, once again. A different view of the mountain from below Eagle Peak. Found a longer but more exciting way up...for a short-while. Jenni finds her own way around. Another opportunity to get off the trail. Understandably breathless after a very steep climb. Closing in at the top. Finally, reach the peak after some fun diversions. Peak Mount Diablo. View from the top. Jen reaches the non-operable beacon. Was shut-down after Pearl Harbor attack in case it provided a beacon for the Japanese fighter-jets. Now lit up once a year. Guess the date in early December? The leader approached us indicating he wanted to 'make something of our presence'. At least the cows have been welcoming.    Cheers,   Jenni and Jeffrey

These two hikes took place a few weeks ago. We spent longer than expected in the Bay area, hence more hikes from the region. The logic is flawless, says the man, who appears quite desperate.  It is clear to us that there are so many hidden and unknown gems throughout the world. A contrarian approach allows a person to see more than the popular and invariably, fantastic locations. However, they come at a price, particularly when the weather turns against one and the main holiday season begins. It's best, we believe, to head for the hills...(that does not work)...to head for places as yet undiscovered. Fortunately, we have visited quite a few of those which result in reward and more tranquility.  Ed Levin Regional Park.   Chance of rain: Zero. Clouds are purely for show. Marshlands of the bay. Tiny boxes, extremely expensive, tiny boxes. Notice one of the bridges across the water. When humans complement nature, the result is startling...

No scene is ever repeated exactly by nature. Thick cloud cover.     Mid-morning break in clouds. Thrilled by the scenes and dynamism as we return from Hazard Peak. Morro Bay ahead. Cheers,  Jenni and Jeffrey

It's exciting not being aware of a lake within sight and then reaching a certain height and lo and behold, the lake comes into view. This is just not any lake...it seems to encompass the best in color and shape. A wonderful view! We startled the hawks. Jenni can be quite scary at times. Never thought it would get better after the initial hike in Berryessa. Well, it did and we are fortunate for it. Admittedly, we took an unofficial path which was not a trail. In fact, it consisted of various fire roads and paths commencing on Highway 128 and proceeding mostly upwards until we reached the ridge. On the day, we did not climb less than about 2,800 feet. It was exciting as we explored various 'routes', connecting from one trail/path to another until we could see the final road headed toward the ridge. This occurred less than 40 minutes from the end. Until that moment, we could not be sure we'd reach the ridge. We can’t think of a time when we had more fun and enjoym...