After relaxing at the beach, it was time to return to Kate and Chuck’s home in Arcata where my awning awaited.

To stretch my legs a bit on the drive up to Arcata, I stopped at Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens.  What a treat!  The rhododendrons, with their magnificent flowers in a wide variety of colors, bloomed all over the park.  The gorgeous flowers, trees, and rocky beaches surprised me with their splendor. 

Below are only a few of the many photos I captured during this terrific one and a half hour respite from driving.

Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens