Ross Creek Cedars

The next day, we went to the Ross Creek Cedar Grove. This is a National Preserve area, and totally protected-- which means even fallen trees are left to nourish the ecosystem. only a footpath weaving through the area is maintained for use.

It was scattered, and untidy... and majestic beauty beyond my ability to describe, with enormous trees sometimes 400-500 years old or more.

And then, the view leaving the grove...