Visitor View: January Sunrise

Marilyn Hansotia submitted these breathtaking sunrise images that she captured on a recent hike along Hotz Trail and Europe Bay. And she shares some wise words that she found in an unlikely place that same morning.

© Marilyn Hansotia; click image to enlarge
© Marilyn Hansotia; click image to enlarge
© Marilyn Hansotia; click image to enlarge
Wise words waiting to be discovered in a woodpecker cavity along Hotz trail; © Marilyn Hansotia

Visitor View features images, stories and impressions of a day or overnight adventure to Newport State Park…from visitors like you! Did something about your visit to the park inspire you or your children? Do you have a favorite season, or trail, or campsite? Are you a brand new visitor or have you been coming to the park for years?

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