La Push In The Afternoon
by Kym Backland
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La Push In The Afternoon
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Kym Backland
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La Push, Washington was so beautiful in the late afternoon the other day! Gorgeous, glossy, water, unbelievable Iconic Rocks in the background... I love this place! So quiet, so serene, so much beauty, so little time!
It's quite a historic area, Here is a little of that information you might want to have! Go for a visit, and discover this beautiful place!
First Beach and James Island (12 miles from Forks) Abundant driftwood from nearby forest guards the broad sandy beach where visitors and local townspeople alike can enjoy the ever changing moods of the wild Olympic coast.
During the spring and fall, whales can be viewed from the beaches when they come close to shore during the annual migrations. The beaches offer scenic views, driftwood, tide pools and wildlife for those who enjoy good surf, bring a wet suit, board or kayak. SECOND BEACH is an exceptional stretch of wilderness coastline on Olympic National Park. The broad sandy beach and picturesque sea stacks, relics of ancient rocky headlands, make it a perfect place to observe the grandeur of the primal forces of nature.
Second Beach which has sheltering cliffs. At low tide, shallow tide pools brim with intertidal life. Impressive sea stacks-the Quillayute Needles are close inshore.
THIRD BEACH
A dramatic mile-wide sweep of sand, driftwood and sea stacks with tide pools at the north end.There's a boiler in the swamp by the one-and-a-half mile trail to the beach, from an, abortive oil exploration in 1902. At Taylor Point, a waterfall pours into the sea from cliffs at south end. Teahwhit Head blocks the way to Second Beach.
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First, Second, and Third Beaches. Each one is sandy and broad and hemmed in by dramatic bluffs and headlands. And while they're in close proximity to each other, you can't hike from one to the next because those headlands block the way. With roadside access, First Beach is the easiest to get to and so can be crowded. Third Beach requires a 1.2-mile slog down a forested trail. But Second Beach is just right: a hike just long enough to discourage crowds, yet short enough to encourage all who want to see this beautiful beach.
Well-constructed and well-maintained, the trail starts on the Quileute Indian Reservation. Immediately cross a small creek lined with imposing Sitka spruce before beginning a short climb. At the height of the land enter Olympic National Park, and then begin a short, steep descent to the beach, the distant surf growing louder with each step you take. Soon, start catching glimpses of offshore sea stacks through the surrounding towering spruce. Before you know it, emerge on the log-lined shore. Take a deep breath. The beauty of this place just may leave you short of breath.
You can hike a short distance along the beach northward. Do it, for it'll lead you to a natural arch. But to really stretch your legs and get the most out of Second Beach, head south. Over 1 mile of sandy beach awaits your footprints.
Immediately offshore is a consortium of battered islets and sea stacks known as the Quillayute Needles. Crying Lady Rock is the largest of the batch. These forbidding landmarks are part of the Quillayute Needles National Wildlife Refuge. Inhospitable to humans, they're productive breeding grounds to thousands of seabirds, oystercatchers, murres, gulls, petrels, cormorants, and auklets among them.
Continue wandering. Taste the salty spray coming off the crashing breakers. Eventually you'll come to an impasse, the headland named Teahwhit Head. But before you turn around and retrace your steps, scan the rugged bluff. Teahwhit Head is also graced with a natural arch. In retrospect you may conclude that with two arches, an awesome seascape, scores of pelagic birds, and an inviting sandy shoreline, Second Beach is second to none.
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Comments (87)
Hartmut Jager
Stunning, Beautiful and Serene Master Art-Photo. But, but, - where are the rascals ? ? ? (voted for in the Autumn Contest etc.) :-)
Brooks Garten Hauschild
Wow, Kym, so peaceful & still. What a shot. I know James Island, btw! Lovely. Fvl.
Kym Backland
TINA WENGER, Hello Again! Long time no see! Thanks so much for the feature of my photo LA PUSH IN THE AFTERNOON in your very new group SUNSETS OF THE WORLD.You sure work quickly! I appreciate your time and stuff you do! Thanks so much for all 5 features!
Kym Backland
SARAH, It's a double feature today! Thanks so much for the feature of my photo LA PUSH IN THE AFTERNOON in your group REFLECTION PHOTOGRAPHY.. You sure work quickly! I appreciate your time and stuff you do! Thanks so much Sarah!
Kym Backland
CHARLIE, Thanks again for the multiple features today! I appreciate you giving my photo LA PUSH IN THE AFTERNOON a top spot in your group NATURE AND LANDSCAPE.. thank you kind sir!
Kym Backland
RAMON, Thanks so much for the feature of my photo LA PUSH IN THE AFTERNOON in your group AFTERNOON AND DAWN.. You sure work quickly! I appreciate your work and stuff you do! Thanks so much, I hope your weekend is wonderful!
Marina Likholat
It's truly amazing sunset, Kym! Voted in the contest:)
Kym Backland replied:
Marina, I have a dear friend that has the name like yours! What a smile you have! Thank you for your vote in the contest!
Jakub Sisak
Great capture! Welcome to the Landscape Photography group! Voted.
Kym Backland replied:
Jakub, Thanks for coming by and giving me a vote and favorite! I appreciate that!
EMONA Art
Splendid photo, Kym.... magic atmosphere :) f&v
Kym Backland replied:
Mona, Thank you so much for your kind comments and the votes and such! IT was a magical day with magical light! I appreciate you taking the time to leave a compliment, and give it a favorite and vote! I hope your Sunday was enjoyable!
Steven Parker
A fantastic shot with great color. V
Kym Backland replied:
Steven, Thanks for coming by and voting. I like that you wear an Hawaiian Shirt! They have always been one of my favorites! Happy March!
Tessa Fairey
Gorgeous image Kym! Beautriful scene with gorgous golden tones! v/f
Kym Backland replied:
Tessa, You are my new daily visitor.. or it seems like it's everyday! Thanks so much for coming by again! I appreciate your comments, votes, and for clicking the favorite button! I hope your day is going well! Until we meet again...