Only a few feet from the Warren freeway, which runs the length of the Oakland hills, is a trail head that leads through Dimond Canyon to
Dimond Park. I followed it for a bit and found this little bridge crossing what I think is Sausal Creek. The trail descends steeply and cuts through redwood stands, wild berry brambles, and fern groves. Oakland has a number of these natural preserves that survive in the midst of a decidedly urban setting. I assume the bridge in "Bridgeview" is not the little footpath seen here. Another day I'll follow the trail to its end and get a shot of the bridge it refers to. For an array of bridges from around the world, visit «Louis'»
Sunday Bridges Series.
I like the mini water fall form the creek. Looks like a nice hide. Are you "feeling" the heat?
ReplyDeleteWe are getting very cold temperature, some people had ice formed over their windscreen this morning.
Toujours un peu aventureux et magique les sentiers dont on ne voit pas le bout , de découvertes en découvertes.
ReplyDeleteDe France , j"aime bien visiter les autres pays sachant que c'est top loin pour que j'y aille.
Bonne journée.
This is just charming!
ReplyDeleteit's great that this part of the creek was concreted to make it easier for hikers. cool place.
ReplyDeleteThis little bridge is quite rustic, but I guess it does the job!
ReplyDeleteWe'll be waiting to see what the trail leads to!
Very nice - we could with a cool, shaded walk in the woods.
ReplyDeleteThis is the kind of place I love to explore. I wonder who took the trouble to build this useful little bridge.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet little bridge--just enought to let the water through and for one to cross.
ReplyDeleteBTW: Yes that is moss on the bridge. Up close it is very beautiful. MB
Beautiful shot! The fallen trees could be considered bridges, too :D
ReplyDeleteIt´s just lovely!
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot for passing by my blog…
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Elisa
What a charming little bridge!
ReplyDeleteWOW! Carolyn, you really have a talent for finding little gems in Oakland. «Louis» had no idea this was in the Oakland hills and he thanks you for this interesting contribution to Sunday Bridges.
ReplyDeleteWe have the same theme posts for two memes: my bridge was also taken in the woodland park, except that one portion of the creek bed was dry. One the weekend reflection meme, I also posted a vintage car with reflections on the chrome.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great scene. Everything is so miniature and petite. Itty bitty waterfall, footpath and bridge. Nice green space.
ReplyDeleteMarvelous and unexpected!
ReplyDeleteI like it. Very small bridge :-)
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