Cape Disappointment Lighthouse - we hiked up there!
S'mores chefs.
Evan fully enjoying his first kite!
"Leaning Men"
We spent 4 days during Spring Break at Cape Disappointment State Park. This park is on the Long Beach Peninsula, across the bridge from Astoria. It is so beautiful there! Evan had a TON of "firsts" - staying in a yurt, flying a kite and hiking up to the lighthouse. The weather was a mixed bag: 2 days sun, 2 days semi-rain. Good thing most of the rain poured while we slept! And the little heaters in the yurts? Not a big help. Next time we'll bring more blankets.
My Mom spent the 3rd with us - her birthday! We enjoyed the typical campfire dinner (hot dogs, potato salad, chips and s'mores for dessert). We also enjoyed our restaurant dinners too. :) Good thing we found a Dooger's in Long Beach!
And of course, a little espresso place in Ilwaco made the YUMMIEST Almond Joy Mochas - mmmm.... We didn't really "rough it", did we?
We're glad to be home in our warm, dry, spacious house. BUT - we had a wonderful family camping trip - and we're looking forward to MANY more.
6 comments:
I love the first picture. What a fun family vacation!
Ahhh, thanks for the memories! We tried to "get" Nick on our last trip to Long Beach ... it took another 6 months before that happened (but, I digress). I've never thought about the yurts, since we love to tent camp. But, I'm thinking maybe we should re-think that idea. Your trip sounded like so much FUN!
It sounds like you had a wonderful time!
I must admit when I first read your heading "Cape Disappointment" I thought you were making a joke - as in your time at the coast was a big "disappointment". I'm glad I was wrong!!! :o)
Sounds like a great trip! We stayed in that campground when Kelton was 18 months. Rented out one of the cabins not far from the entrance (right by the bathroom - thankfully!). So much fun - I was just looking at the photos the other day.
Ahhhhh....your photos brought back good memories. :)
Sounds like a great time. Sadly, I feel so tired right now, the highlight of your summary for me was the mention of the Almond Joy Mocha. I might have to drive to Starbucks right now.
That is near one of my FAVORITE mushroom picking spots in the world!
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