Martinez Travel Log: Shoreline Park🌊 and John Muir's Home🏛️
Martinez, located north of Walnut Creek, is the capital of Contra Costa County. The city was established in 1876, making it a century-old city! Walking around surely gives you a nostalgia hit, particularly with the many historical sites preserved in the city center! As of now, it’s the northernmost point of my usual haunts! Let's talk about two signature attractions:
*Stop 1: Shoreline Park
📍 Radke Martinez Regional Shoreline Park
Address: 1 Ferry St, Martinez, CA 94553
A vibrant park that expands over 300 hectares, the Radke Martinez Regional Shoreline Park is perfect for walking, dog walking, biking, having picnics, and kite flying! I just walked along the pier and although it was sunny, I didn't feel hot as the breezy sea wind cooled things down. The chilly wind comes from the northern Pacific Ocean that feeds into the bay!
*Stop 2: John Muir's Home
📍 John Muir National Historic Site
Address: 4202 Alhambra Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
This is a noteworthy site! Living in Contra Costa and not knowing about John Muir is just unthinkable! Hailed as the 'Father of National Parks', John Muir developed numerous national parks, including the well-known Yosemite! He was a brave and brainy explorer who gave us stunning record of the great nature in writing, encouraging us to explore the unknown! Famous quote: "Between every two pine trees, there is a door leading to a new way of life.❤️”
Why did Muir, the nature enthusiast choose to settle in Martinez? Love! In 1874, he met his beloved Louisa. Louisa's father owned expansive estate in Martinez. After nuptials, Muir beautifully merged his love for nature and family. Aside from exploring, he started managing a 2600-acre family orchard! Hence, visiting his place gives the chance to pick and relish fresh fruits🍇🍑🍊. The property has a generously open policy of picking a few fruits to eat, which avoids waste! Right now they've got a nice plum grove, the fruits are ripe and super sweet
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