Outdoor museum in Pacific Grove, California

Pine Lake Park, located at 100 Vale Avenue in San Francisco, California, is a beautiful tourist attraction and park that offers a serene escape in the midst of the city. The park is currently undergoing repair work in certain areas due to a transmission line failure, overseen by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission. Pine Lake Park is nestled in a valley with steep, forested slopes and is home to one of the few remaining natural lakes in San Francisco, Pine Lake. The lake is fed by the same aquifer as Lake Merced and is surrounded by willow, tule, and other wetland plants that provide habitat for a variety of resident and migratory bird species. A scenic trail encircles the lake, offering opportunities for bird watching and connecting to the larger trail network that winds through Stern Grove and the Bay Area Ridge Trail.

Welcome to Asilomar Station, a charming historical site nestled in the picturesque town of Pacific Grove, California. Our location, a mere 0.1 miles from the elusive Lake Majella, serves as a fascinating portal into the rich railroad history of the region. Asilomar Station is renowned for its unique 'Greek Cross' architectural style, a design shared with only two other stations in the area: Lake Majella and Newell Junction. Once a bustling hub of activity, the station played a vital role in the transportation of freight, particularly during the mid-20th century. In its heyday, the station saw the daily arrival of freight trains, comprising a mix of boxcars and hoppers, powered by diesel locomotives and accompanied by a classic caboose.

Welcome to Van Eck Old Growth Redwood, a cherished family-owned business nestled in the heart of Aptos, California. Located at 505 Aptos Creek Road, our legacy is deeply intertwined with the rich history of the area. Our roots trace back to the illustrious Mangels Ranch, once part of a sprawling 550-acre estate, home to generations of the Mangels, Tillmann, and van Eck families. Our story begins with Claus Mangels, an early pioneer whose vision and partnership with Claus Spreckels, the renowned "Sugar King," shaped the community we love today. This land has witnessed the joys of family gatherings, the laughter of children playing, and the timeless beauty of nature. It is here that Agnes Reed, the great-granddaughter of Claus Mangels, spent her summers, creating cherished memories that have been passed down through generations.