Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Hoh Rainforest


My dad found this interesting lichen specimen when we stopped at the visitor center before hiking the mysterious Hoh Rainforest. Thought I'd share.



There are few words for such an extraordinary place, but there are lots of pictures! Enjoy.










































Saturday, November 10, 2012

Marymere Falls on Lake Crescent


After leaving Hurricane Ridge, we continued west on our drive around Olympic National Park until we reached our next stop at Lake Crescent.


A hike nearby gave us a preview of the rainforest ecosystem we'd be seeing when we went on to Hoh Rainforest, and also catch glimpse of a beautiful waterfall a short distance away.

My dad found mysterious large leaves we have yet to identify.


The falls less than a mile away made a stunning backdrop for photos.







And this is during the tail end of dry season!



Next stop, Hoh Rainforest.