Isn't this the cutest picture you've ever seen?School is starting again very soon so we took a mid-week break to go camping for a few days. Oregon has a new state park and the camping facilities are excellent. Stub Stewart State Park has roomy cabins with electricity (no water), front porches, fire pits and picnic tables. There's no roughing it here, but we do have the experience of sitting around a camp fire, cooking our meals outside, and meeting visitors from all around the country who visit Oregon.
The cabins have a beautiful view of the Coast Range and there is a great swimming area for the kids a short drive into the old town of Vernonia.
What is it about a campfire that compels boys to poke it with a stick. It just draws them to it and almost commands them to poke and prod until the fire is practically out. It must be a gender thing. Our sweet girl couldn't have cared less.
Oh, lordy, the weather was hot. Close to 100 degrees our second day there. But the river was cool and shady and nobody seemed to mind. There was always a breeze at the campground and, because it is close to the coast, the evenings were pleasant and we had no trouble sleeping.
We could see the mountains from the deck of the cabin and sunsets can be beautiful from this vantage point. We couldn't help but comment on the diversity of our state's geography and how much we all enjoy the Oregon coast, mountains, and high desert regions of Central Oregon.
Many campers come to this park because it is a short drive to the North Coast area. How's that for the best of all worlds?
Happy little campers
If you are an early riser like I am, you will occasionally see jet trails against the blue sky as the sun comes up.
The cabins have a beautiful view of the Coast Range and there is a great swimming area for the kids a short drive into the old town of Vernonia.
What is it about a campfire that compels boys to poke it with a stick. It just draws them to it and almost commands them to poke and prod until the fire is practically out. It must be a gender thing. Our sweet girl couldn't have cared less.
Oh, lordy, the weather was hot. Close to 100 degrees our second day there. But the river was cool and shady and nobody seemed to mind. There was always a breeze at the campground and, because it is close to the coast, the evenings were pleasant and we had no trouble sleeping. 
We could see the mountains from the deck of the cabin and sunsets can be beautiful from this vantage point. We couldn't help but comment on the diversity of our state's geography and how much we all enjoy the Oregon coast, mountains, and high desert regions of Central Oregon.Many campers come to this park because it is a short drive to the North Coast area. How's that for the best of all worlds?
Happy little campers
If you are an early riser like I am, you will occasionally see jet trails against the blue sky as the sun comes up.
Cathy, I hope you have a wonderful time. Your little ones are darling. Blessings...Mary
ReplyDeleteThis place is terrific! I want to check it out!
ReplyDeleteGlad you had a fun time! ;0)
What a lovely place you found! The kids will always remember--I guarantee. I have always loved your state.
ReplyDeleteYeah, I think fire is a guy thing. Neat looking place.
ReplyDeleteRamona
What a great gat-away, love tose cute cabins!
ReplyDeleteFamily times are the best times, aren't they? Cutie pies you have there!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind words about Stub Stewart State Park! My name is Heather Currey, and I am a park ranger at Stub. It warms our hearts to hear how much our visitors liked our park. Thanks again and come back soon!
ReplyDeleteHi Heather - Thank you so much for leaving a comment. We love SS State Park and heartily recommend it. The park rangers do a wonderful job of taking care of the park. We are already planning our next trip.
ReplyDeleteIt IS one of the cutest pics I have ever seen:)
ReplyDeleteI say one of because we have a few too and I get you 100%!
I love this kind of holiday.
Heaven on earth..Thank you! Priceless!
Hi,What a nice camping!! Early rising comes something good things.
ReplyDeleteHve a nice week end
great pictures looks like a wonderful place
ReplyDeleteThe picture leaves a big grin on my face! What a cute little guy!
ReplyDeleteOh, yes, it is the cutest picture! What a wonderful holiday to be camping in such beautiful surroundings and surrounded by your wonderful family. Good times, Cathy! I see lots of fire poking in our future ;)
ReplyDeletecutest post, ever !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Cathy--
ReplyDeleteLovely post. Never been to Oregon but it is on
the list of places to visit. I'm not sure what it
is with males and fire but my big boy...(husband)
can't leave a fire alone when we have our fire pit going! I think it is a male thing.
Enjoy your weekend!
Melinda
That looks like so much fun! The kiddos are just adorable..what a wonderful experience!
ReplyDeleteIt is very hoty and muggy here the past few days..our gkids are down the block at the beach..a breeze, but a warm one. The ocean is ferocious from Hurricane Bill, I hope he blows out to sea and takes the heat and humidity with him!
Great pics, Cath, thanks for sharing!
I love Stubb Stewart park! We camped there last year, and I fell in love with those cabins! The views up there are incredible. I had no idea there was a swimming spot in Vernonia ... I'll keep that in mind for future campouts. :-)
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