In 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo stepped into history as the first European to set foot on what is now the West Coast of the United States. In addition to telling the story of 16th century exploration, the park is home to a wealth of cultural and natural resources. Old Point Loma Lighthouse, Cabrillo National Monument. Thanks to Jim of Arizona>
Postcard 1B - Cabrillo
Cabrillo National Monument, California. Nice stamps used. Thanks to Erin of USA.
Postcard 2 - Devils Postpile
Established in 1911 by presidential proclamation, Devils Postpile National Monument protects and preserves the Devils Postpile formation, the 101-foot high Rainbow Falls, and pristine mountain scenery. The formation is a rare sight in the geologic world and ranks as one of the world’s finest examples of columnar basalt. Its columns tower 60 feet high and display an unusual symmetry. Thanks to Linda of USA.
Postcard 3 - Muir Woods
"This is the best tree-lovers monument that could possibly be found in all the forests of the world," declared conservationist John Muir when describing the majestic coast redwoods of Muir Woods.I visited the Muir Woods when I was staying in the San Francisco Bay area. It is located just north of the Golden Gate Bridge. Nice nature stamps used. Thanks to Katie of USA.
Postcard 4 - Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains
Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument - Coyote Canis latrans and Road Runner Geococcyx californiannus are two iconic desert animals. Thanks to Jean-Claude of USA.
Postcard 5
Lake Tahoe.
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