November 23, 2012

through the tunnel to Black Sands Beach


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photo by Donald Kinney

There are two ways of getting to the Point Bonita area; along the steep drop-offs along Conzelmen road with fine views of the Golden Gate Bridge, or through the old narrow tunnel originally built by the military during World War 2 for easier access to the defensive gun emplacements and the base of operations, Fort Cronkhite.



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Normally I would just head out to the easier access of Rodeo Beach and its environs, but on Tuesday I was inspired to visit Black Sands Beach.



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When sunny this is a popular nude beach, but since the weather was overcast and unsettled I was the only person there. And no, LOL and Lord almighty, most certainly I kept MY clothes on! It's quite a steep and long walk down to the beach--climbing back up is quite an effort for an old guy.



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This gull was making a meal of the seeds in a pine cone that had drifted ashore. I believe those little birds are Sandpipers who were deftly searching for food at the edge of the foam.


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2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Nice shot there of Black Sands Beach. I gotta say, I learn a lot about Marin from reading your blog. Thanks!

JB

AphotoAday said...

Thanks JAN BELL :)
I think our local Visitors and Convention Bureau should put me on their payroll.

 
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