Mile 225 Report
Otter Rock, Devils Punch Bowl SP
August 5, 2022
The visitors and their dogs were just enjoying the views.
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The visitors and their dogs were just enjoying the views. The wind was strong so most visitors were walking fast along the beach. The wildlife appeared to be relaxed. There did not appear to be any interaction between visitors and the wildlife.
Conditions
Temperature: 62 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Strong. Wind Direction: W. Tide Level: 2.5 feet.
Human Activities
Most of the visitors were walking on the beach taking pictures. One couple was sitting and just watching the wildlife.
Actions & Comments
The wind was very strong so most of the visitors were just walking along the beach. There were about 10 Brown Pelicans, 7 Western Gulls, 10 Harbor Seals (sleeping on the rocks), 6 Mew Gulls.
Sunny day at Devil's Punchbowl
View of the Devil's Punchbowl from the Inn at Otter Crest.
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