and last week we found a gem when we walked out to the tafoni sandstone formations in El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve. The trails here are wide and secluded–perfect for toddlers–and this one ended in a spectacular destination that was interesting for the whole family.
The Monkey on a sunlit path
I learnt all about local geology and ‘tafoni’ (the little crevices and pocks in the sandstone) while the boys had fun wild-life spotting and running along the windy path. It’s a bit of a trek at 2.2 miles, but highly recommended for the keen preschool hiker.
sandstone formations in the wood
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