Sinkyone Wilderness

This park is a bit difficult to access but well worth the effort. I found out about it from a flyer posted by the ranger while camping at Standish Hickey a couple of years ago. It offers one a very isolated and remote wilderness experience, especially if you happen to be there in December. You may be the only person there looking at the birds, elk, bear, raccoon, and a ton of deer. There are two ends of the park, and a trail linking them together along the Lost Coast. The photos are from the Usal end of the park where a creek runs into the Pacific. It is probably not a great idea to swim, approach the animals, or to become too intoxicated here as a fatality could easily result. Plan your trip by researching the place and calling the ranger (at Standish Hickey) for trail conditions before you head out.