Thursday, May 10, 2012

McClure's Beach, Point Reyes

McClure's Beach is in the far northwest end of Point Reyes, CA. As I look back at the photos, it seems like it was one of those magical spots where all the photos are great! Such a pretty spot, it's almost as if you cannot take a bad photo, try as you might!
Beautiful skies and cows on the drive to McClure's Beach. A driver seeing
me taking photos rolled down his window and said "looks like Ireland, doesn't it?!"
Tule elk are a common sight on the drive. The bulls will have
antlers in the fall.
Parking for the trailhead is adjacent to this beautiful old farmhouse.
Off we go!
After a short hike that follows a stream, the trail ends at McClure's Beach... wow, beautiful!




Like I said, you can't take a bad pictures at McClure's Beach!
Time to leave...
Linking to Skywatch Friday. Have a great weekend!
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28 comments:

  1. GaelynMay 10, 2012 at 11:09 PM

    WOW! Looks like you had it to yourselves. Excellent photos.

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  2. From The HeartMay 11, 2012 at 12:29 AM

    The photos are all gorgeous! The one next to last is my favorite!

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  3. eileeninmdMay 11, 2012 at 2:19 AM

    Wow, your beach photos are gorgeous. What a lovely place, thanks for sharing. Happy skywatching!

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  4. Yogi♪♪♪May 11, 2012 at 4:28 AM

    Wow, what a group of great pics, thanks for taking us along on your outing.

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  5. TexWisGirlMay 11, 2012 at 6:34 AM

    gorgeous shots! lovely!

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  6. Lap Dog KnitsMay 11, 2012 at 7:08 AM

    All beautiful photos...of course for me??
    I love the barn and cows..although, I'd certainly take a house on the beach
    Looks like the perfect way to have spent the day

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  7. John @ Beans and I on the LooseMay 11, 2012 at 9:04 AM

    Glad you had a spectacular day while there. Last time I was there it was cold and foggy yet, it is always a nice place regardless.

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  8. AnonymousMay 11, 2012 at 12:45 PM

    WOW! Beautiful Shots. :)) Happy Skywatching!

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  9. AnonymousMay 11, 2012 at 12:58 PM

    Sooo beautiful! Just a few short days before hubby and I will once again be driving down Coast Hwy.on our way to Oceanside for a few days...can't wait!

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  10. LinneaMay 11, 2012 at 4:02 PM

    Spectacular photos and landscapes! Glad the fog lifted and revealed those brilliant blue skies.

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  11. tinyskilletMay 12, 2012 at 5:55 AM

    These are beautiful photos! It almost looks like it's from another world!

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  12. clairzMay 12, 2012 at 6:01 AM

    I loved this post, both as a desert person and as one who grew up in Marin County. You brought back a lot of memories!

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  13. MyMaracasMay 12, 2012 at 6:28 AM

    Wow, what a beautiful place! It may be hard to take a bad shot there, but it's always hard to take ones that are this good, too. LOVE that last beach shot.

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  14. PatMay 12, 2012 at 12:16 PM

    Wow, each of these photos is stunning in its own right. I agree with the person who said it looks like Ireland...It reminds me so much of the south and southwest coast of Ireland in the springtime. It takes me back 43 years to when I was a college exchange student there!

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  15. theconstantwalkerMay 12, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    Wow! what a stunning place to see never mind visit and capture these wonderful images.

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  16. NancyMay 12, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    Fantastic images and loving the scenery. I could certainly take a long walk along that beach. :)

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  17. SandyCarlsonMay 12, 2012 at 6:19 PM

    These are intensely beautiful photos.

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  18. AnonymousMay 12, 2012 at 7:50 PM

    Gorgeous... thanks for taking me on your beach hike!

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  19. TeresaMay 12, 2012 at 8:49 PM

    Great HDR on the last few--does look like Ireland (like I know, I've never been there--only in pictures!).

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  20. AnonymousMay 12, 2012 at 10:20 PM

    The scenery and your shots are just stunning!

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  21. Stewart MMay 13, 2012 at 12:40 AM

    Hi there - yes it does have a bit of an Irish look to it - well until you find the elk that is!

    Splendid set of pictures.

    Stewart M - Australia

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  22. Karen @ Pieces of ContentmentMay 13, 2012 at 7:44 PM

    What a stunning place to visit, sit, enjoy and snap away. Delightful photos too.

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  23. Johnny NutcaseMay 15, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    Ohh, been there a couple times- big fan! looks like you had perfect weather - lucky! So pretty.

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  24. BarbMay 15, 2012 at 3:06 PM

    I remember going out there years ago but the weather wasn't too spectacular. Perhaps it's time for me to revisit the place cos I don't remember it being this beautiful. What intensely colourful pictures! Nice job.

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  25. betchaiMay 15, 2012 at 9:16 PM

    wow, love your images, I love Point Reyes, wish I can go back there sometime again.

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  26. Melbourne Australia PhotosMay 16, 2012 at 1:38 PM

    Really great series of shots from this wonderful location....

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  27. AnonymousMay 17, 2012 at 6:26 PM

    OhMygosh! These are just incredible ;)

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  28. LizMay 18, 2012 at 7:54 PM

    WOW!!! What a divine beach and such gorgeous scenery. I could walk there every day. I grew up on the beach so it's a huge part of me. Sadly, now we live in another state and an hours drive from the beautiful beaches in our "Sunshine State".
    Have a lovely weekend! Your photos have inspired me to take a day trip to the beach.

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