Showing posts with label Sequoia National Park. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Sequoia National Park. Show all posts

Monday, June 1, 2009

The Sequoia Escape When the Valley Simmers

The central Valley is cooking in 92+ degree heat. The Sierra’s Sequoia National Park was shrouded in clouds. Heat vs. Cool – the decision was simply, the Sierra won! Cloud cover lowered the temperature to a comfortable 64 degrees at 5000 feet of elevation. The occasional low rumble of thunder rolled over the mountain tops followed by a cloud burst or two. The rain heightened the forest’s sweet scent.