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I have lived for more than 30 years as a Wilderness Dweller. Most of that time was in cabins I built myself far from the nearest road, high in the mountains of British Columbia, Canada. My "retirement" home is accessible by a bush road but still far from neighbours. I live off the grid, and operate this blog by solar-powered satellite internet.

Clayton Falls, Bella Coola

Clayton Falls is used for hydro power for part of the year for Bella Coola.  It is located at the end of highway 20, 3 km past the ferry terminal.

clayton FallsI am fascinated by the abstract pictures the water makes on the water-worn stones.

clayton river

 

 

 

 

 

IMG_3990The pool at the bottom of the falls was alive with spawning salmon.  Apparently several of the 5 species are much commoner this year than they have been for a while.

IMG_3984As we came away I was just going to put my hand on the rail to come down the steps when I saw this rather magnificent creature.

IMG_3996Where the Clayton River runs into the sea, there is a small picnic area.

clayton falls picnic areaIn the water, several harbour seals were fishing.

harbour seals

 

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