Seeing Red (Woods, that is)
 

Hello to our happy campers in the north, or those familiar with the San Fransisco.

I was born and raised in Southern California, but have yet to see the Redwoods or Giant Sequoias. So a few months ago we planned a trip to the San Fransisco/Redding/Marin County areas. The highlight of the trip for me was to see Muir Woods.

However, thanks to our wonderful, caring, and productive team in Congress, Muir Woods and most other National parks are CLOSED! :( And I doubt that by the time I get there at the end of this week that any of that will change.

So the question is, what other options do I have to see giant ancient woods? Off the side of the road, a state park, or something?

Is that for real?? Muir Woods is closed ?!?!

You're kidding, right?

Nope, so is Alcatraz. You can't get into prison even if you break the law.

Sorry, all I know is Sequoia National Park. :(

A quick google turned this up. Parks that are temporarily open.

Thank you, all. And yes Rob, because of the partial government shutdown they have closed most national parks, woods, beaches, and cemetaries (and put those people out of work). It's costing millions of dollars. The good news is that the senate passed an agreement, and the house is looking at it now. The president is pleased. But I doubt the parks will open soon enough for my trip, but who knows.

I have found some state parks that are open, but I will need to drive 90 minutes out of my way. Oh well, I hear that these state parks are even better, so it will be worth it.

Well, if you go to Big Basin, in Felton there is also the Bigfoot Museum

If the bill passes tonight, I'd expect the Muir Woods to be open again tomorrow or Friday.

Yes, it has passed, and I think we are now planning to go there Monday. I would expect it to be open by then as well. My mom grew up in that area, and Muir woods has a special place in her heart. So we would rather go there if we can.