Friday, May 26, 2023

Felton Bridge and a Lunch

 After the Mystery Spot and Bigfoot Museum, I needed a lunch break. I found the Cowboy Bar and Grill just a few feet away from the Bigfoot Museum.


I ordered the fish and chips. It is a small menu with only one vegan option.



The entrance had an interesting design. I do enjoy carvings.


After lunch, I thought a stop at the Felton Covered Bridge would be a nice stop before heading home.






The bridge crosses over the San Lorenzo River.





The day was full of activities which were fun, but tiring. So off to my cave until the next adventure!


Bigfoot: I Believe

 The Bigfoot Discovery Museum in Felton is a small trailer, and honestly not worth a trip just to see it. But if you have an interest in Bigfoot and happen to be in the Santa Cruz area, stop in. There is no admission; however, there is a suggested donation and the proprietor puts on the pressure to donate.





There are a number of cute carved statues. But are these bears or Bigfoots? Bigfeet?


Jackalope




So this foot is bigger than I am, and I am 18 inches head to toe.


I need one of these for my door.



This guy has seen better days. Poor thing.



There is a good amount of memorabilia here. The owner also includes Chewbacca and Bumble as part of this collection.





This is a tiny museum. It would be nice to see it improved, and to stay open.





Do you believe?

Mystery Spot

 Nested in the Santa Cruz mountains is a very bizarre place called the Mystery Spot.



Bizarre things seem to happen up here. People with a significant height difference can look like they switch heights.


It looks like people walk on walls.



Balls roll up instead of down.




Is it an optical illusion? Is there something wrong with the gravity at this location? Is it aliens?!?


If something unexplainable is happening, if you are skeptic, or if you know the secret, it is still an offbeat place that is fun to visit.




There is another similar attraction in Piercy, which is northern California. They both have a gravity house and a gift shop. That is where their similarities end. Confusion Hill has much more to explore, more interactive spots, selfie spots, and a train ride. The Mystery Spot is more well-known and closer to big cities and other attractions.



They give everyone a bumper sticker at the end of the tour.



This is a California Historical Landmark. I did not find the stone marker, and people working there said they don't have one.


The tour takes about thirty to forty minutes, depending on the size of the group ahead. There is also a cafe on site, and hiking in the adjacent woods.