After all of Becky's wonderful research about Waldo Lake, we were not able to camp and paddle there because the access road was still snowed in. Instead, four of us, Sondra, Charlotte, Anne and I (Mary) camped at Star City Creek Campground on McCloud Lake. Truly, God gave us a packaged deal on this trip - a gorgeous, private campsite; beautiful, clear turquoise water; creeks, a river and an island to explore; fish jumping right outside our tent door; wildlife (ducks and their ducklings, eagles and deer); hiking one of the most beautiful trails in Northern CA. And, as if that wasn't enough, He gave us the gift of each other with such abundant love and grace; care, concern and cooperation; joking and laughing; camaraderie and solidarity; that none of us doubted that we were truly loved and blessed! Thank you, Lord
Some pictures have been uploaded to the photo album with more to follow. Even though the campground was very primative (no toilets, tables or tap water) we had all of the comforts we needed.
One thing we still want to accomplish is a paddle trip up McCloud River to Wyntoon , the Hearst Estate with its various castles. We were told by a man at the campground that the lake is currently being filled for the 4th of July weekend which backs the water up in the river making it navigable with kayaks. We are planning to return to the area on July 8th to attempt the approximate 7.5 mile RT paddle trip up to Wyntoon.
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