We've had a lovely Spring with perfect hiking weather and lots of pretty things to photograph in the forest.
Red-bellied Woodpecker
This is a trail I take from hwy 484 through the woods in the direction of Shangri-la.
Shangri-la is a trailhead and a campground and it's a favorite destination too.
This particular trailhead is only 3 miles from my driveway so I go there often.
And of course there are trails that take off in several directions so every hike is different.
One day I photographed these Blue Lupines in full bloom.
They are scattered throughout the forest and really are a burst of color among the pine needles and old leaves.
And then another day I spotted these white Lupines!
I had never seen them before so that was amazing!
One more close up!
I watched a little Black-capped Chickadee high in the tree.
The leaves of this tree are a pretty Spring green.
And then there were two Red-bellied Woodpeckers chasing each other.
I think it might have been a Spring ritual too.
Lots to see and do! I need to take some 'energy pills'! haha!
Have a beautiful weekend!
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