Towering at an impressive 6,337 feet, Seymour Peak is a crowning jewel of the Washington Cascades. This black and white landscape photograph captures the mountain’s stoic beauty as seen from the Naches Peak Loop trail near Chinook Pass, Washington. The image showcases the contrast between the barren, rocky peak and the dark, forested slopes that…
A mountain stream is a living entity that fascinates us with its diversity and strength. It originates from the highlands, where the snow melts and the clouds gather. Its journey transforms the environment, eroding stones and forming waterfalls, pools, and rapids. It supports life, from flora and fauna to humans. The mountain stream symbolizes various…
The Pacific Northwest is a region that inspires awe in every direction you look. From the towering peaks of the Cascade Range to the rugged coastlines sculpted by the Pacific Ocean, a raw, primal beauty captivates the soul. Today, I want to share a photograph that captures a particular slice of this magic: Dewey Peak…
A black and white panoramic landscape photograph of 6,904 foot Chinook Peak as viewed along the Naches Peak Loop trail near Chinook Pass, Washington.
If you’re looking for a breathtakingly beautiful landscape, look no further than the Naches Peak Loop trail near Chinook Pass in Washington. This trail is a stunningly picturesque experience, with its meandering path through the alpine meadows of the Cascade Mountains and amazing views of Mount Rainier. The trail is a moderate loop, perfect for…
Mount Rainier National Park is home to a network of historic patrol cabins. The cabins were crucial in the early days of the park’s establishment. The trail network linking the cabins enabled park rangers to reach remote areas. One of these stations is the White River Patrol Station, in the park’s northeast corner. History of…
A black and white landscape photograph of the alpine meadows along the Naches Peak Loop trail near Chinook Pass, Washington.
One thing I love about black-and-white photography is how it can make even the most ordinary subjects look mysterious and intriguing. It’s more true when shooting in a foggy forest. On my way to a recent appointment, I visited the old-growth forest at Rainbow Falls State Park in Lewis County, Washington. It was a beautiful,…
Early fire detection became a priority for the U.S. Forest Service in the early 1900s. To address this need, they constructed fire lookout towers throughout the national forests of the Pacific Northwest, including Washington State.
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