A short walk to Sandia Creek!

This is a small creek leading off of the Santa Margarita River in Fallbrook, California.

We haven’t had much rain all summer but there was still water flowing. This is a year round creek.

This walk was only 1 mile out and back. I am still nursing sore muscles from last week.

It was a gorgeous day. We had to take our shoes off and wade across the creek two times. The water is ice cold, clear and running really swiftly for such a tiny creek this time of year.

#1 A sandy beach

This was just after the second creek crossing. We sat here, ate lunch and let our feet dry in the dappled sunlight of the trees. That dark hole on the left hand side of the frame is the creek.

Ghostwriter says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:03 pm

It’s always nice to dry out.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 2:56 pm
  
  True.. and it was nice out.
Carol DM says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:45 pm

At first I thought the walking sticks were fishing poles.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 2:56 pm
  
  One is a fishing pole!!! 😉
HistoryGal says:

November 1, 2018 at 5:56 pm

Beautiful setting for a picnic.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 2:57 pm
  
  Boy, it was. I didnt want to leave
  
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#2 The creek

What a great place for lunch.. Time to unpack the backpack!

Ghostwriter says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:04 pm

Looks like you are always very prepared.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 2:58 pm
  
  Roughing it is all perspective. lol 😉
Carol DM says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:44 pm

I see you pack for whatever may come up on the trail. Prepared.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 2:59 pm
  
  We do try. I love these little picnic hikes!
HistoryGal says:

November 1, 2018 at 5:57 pm

I agree with the other comments below. Being prepared is wise.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 2:59 pm
  
  We always carry a first aid kit, and a sling for the dogs.
  
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#3 So green

So green and dark under the trees.

Ghostwriter says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:04 pm

It does look quite shaded alright.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:03 pm
  
  There were three trees in a bunch right here that had deep shade
Carol DM says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:44 pm

Love this spot. Nice and shady.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:02 pm
  
  Ah yes, and in soft sand!
HistoryGal says:

November 1, 2018 at 5:58 pm

The shade does help to keep the heat at bay and as such the water cool.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:02 pm
  
  True, and the fast movement too.
  
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#4 Ankle deep

The creek is only ankle deep here, and so clear. It really rushes past here.

Ghostwriter says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:05 pm

Funny, you don’t notice a rush in the picture. Probably because it is shallow?

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:04 pm
  
  I was wishing I had a real camera with me. I could of slowed exposure.
Carol DM says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:45 pm

Love this cool water to walk through.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:04 pm
  
  And no moss!! It was so nice. 🙂
HistoryGal says:

November 1, 2018 at 5:59 pm

Yes I see that the creek is shallow what with all the rocks underneath.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:06 pm
  
  I am going to come back in spring. Do before and after shots
  
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#5 Sun Rays

Lighting up a small patch of water.

Ghostwriter says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:05 pm

There is always something spectacular about a little ray of sunshine.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:07 pm
  
  It was mesmerizing. Hypnotic..
Carol DM says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:45 pm

How beautiful is this shot Kim.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:08 pm
  
  I was pleasantly surprised. Thank you Carol.
HistoryGal says:

November 1, 2018 at 5:59 pm

A great picture of a lovely sunny and highlighted area.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:08 pm
  
  Thank you, and it was such an easy walk.
  
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#6 More

of that little patch of sunlit water.

Ghostwriter says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:06 pm

It sparkles. I love sparkles.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:09 pm
  
  I kept staring at it. lol Im glad you like it too.
Carol DM says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:46 pm

Love the green. A beautiful day.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:09 pm
  
  It was just so green here, compared to the brown of the hillsides.

#7 Luna

Just smelling the grass...

Ghostwriter says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:13 pm

Does the dog eat it as well?

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:10 pm
  
  You bet! They all love grass.
Carol DM says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:46 pm

There she is, love my Luna. 🙂

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:10 pm
  
  She said to tell her Nana HI!!
HistoryGal says:

November 1, 2018 at 6:00 pm

Oh she will eventually taste it I am sure. Most dogs and cats do.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:11 pm
  
  This made me giggle. We should bring some home for the cats. lol
  
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#8 More

Luna likes to stay close, while Meika is off chasing rabbits.

Ghostwriter says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:14 pm

Chasing rabbits sounds like more fun!

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:12 pm
  
  Not if youre a big chicken. Saber toothed cows out there.
Carol DM says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:47 pm

Luna’s eyes are just incredible.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:12 pm
  
  I love them, the blue one is my favorite. lol
HistoryGal says:

November 1, 2018 at 6:01 pm

Why don’t you join your sister Luna?

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:13 pm
  
  Saber toothed horses out there!
  
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#9 Closeup

That round leafed plant is Water Cress. It must taste good.

Ghostwriter says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:14 pm

It makes me want to sing “get a little bit closer now”

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:16 pm
  
  Your my kind of man, so big and so strong!, I love that song.
Carol DM says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:47 pm

Oh yes up close and personal. Hello Luna.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:17 pm
  
  She does not mind the camera at all. 🙂
HistoryGal says:

November 1, 2018 at 6:02 pm

Luna’ eyes are just devouring that water cress.
- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:17 pm
  
  mmm, yes they are, and so did she.. lol
  
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#10 Salad

For Luna!

It was a great day and very relaxing.

Have a great day too!

Carol DM says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:47 pm

I think I will have a snack.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:18 pm
  
  Grass or Salad? giggles…
HistoryGal says:

November 1, 2018 at 6:02 pm

I will join you Carol if you do not mind.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 3:18 pm
  
  Two plates of fresh green grass and watercress!
  
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vidocka says:

November 4, 2018 at 11:27 pm

a wonderful place for relaxation
Georgi Tsachev says:

November 1, 2018 at 8:20 pm

Well done! Nice post!

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 2:31 pm
  
  Thank you for the kind compliment Georgi! 🙂
HistoryGal says:

November 1, 2018 at 6:04 pm

Great, beautiful, relaxing post along with Luna. I wish I could have a dog again but at least I have my Runt, my polydactyl cat.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 2:30 pm
  
  Thank you History,! Too bad hes not still a kitten, have you seen the hiking videos with cats? lol
  
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alibb says:

November 1, 2018 at 5:44 pm

LOL, did she really had salad?
Know cat eat grass but dogs …?

Anyway, looks like a nice place!!

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 2:29 pm
  
  Yes, her and the little dog love to graze like cows. The most plump green grass by the water’s edge tastes the best they said. 😉
  
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  - alibb says:
    
    November 2, 2018 at 6:51 pm
    
    Do they do delivery?
    Maybe I could use some for my salad … :p
    
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Carol DM says:

November 1, 2018 at 4:48 pm

Such incredible journeys with you and your babies.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 2:27 pm
  
  Awe, thank you for coming along on another adventure Carol. 🙂
Branka Drobnjak says:

November 1, 2018 at 3:52 pm

Excellent post, great photos.

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- Kim_Johnson says:
  
  November 2, 2018 at 2:27 pm
  
  Thank you Branka, it was a fun easy laid back day!

A short walk to Sandia Creek!

#1 A sandy beach

#2 The creek

#3 So green

#4 Ankle deep

#5 Sun Rays

#6 More

#7 Luna

#8 More

#9 Closeup

#10 Salad

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