With the recent rain creating mud on most trails, we decided to hike a paved path that ran along the American River in Folsom, CA.
It was pretty busy there with bikes, walkers and runners, but it was great to be outside and enjoy some fresh air.
Then we had the good fortune of spotting a bald eagle. First, we chatted with a woman briefly and, as we were moving on, she said to shout if we saw an eagle. Then we saw an eagle about five minutes later sitting high above in a tree and while I was taking pictures, we talked with a local man who told us it was the papa eagle and the whole family lived up there. He also pointed out the nest a little further up the path.
The nest was higher up on the cliff.
We walked about 3.5 miles out, and then turned around for approximately 7 miles. The river was very calm along that stretch.
Aside from birds, there was no other noticeable wildlife.
It was a nice respite to the rainy days we continue to have over here.
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