Trees
One Tree Above Them All
I thought this tree was pretty interesting. Affixed to the granite, it stood above all the other trees in this section.
Shaped by the Winds
Lake Aloha’s shores are dotted with these trees shaped by the wind. It was sunny and clear as we hiked to our next campsite. I can image the forces of nature that it took to shaped these trees over time.
Massive Juniper
This is the massive juniper tree from yesterday’s photo. I have no idea how old it is. Looking at its crown, I suspect that it’s been hit by lighting.
Sun Through the Juniper
There was a massive old juniper near our campsite. I loved the colors in the tree and the bright green lichen growing on it. I looked up and there was the sun shining through the branches.
Ralston Peak
After arriving at Tamarack Lake and setting up our campsite, I had the chance you go exploring. Here is an old Juniper tree with Ralston Peak in the background.
Twisted and Fallen
Just beyond the canyon near Little Round Top, there was there old fallen tree. I thought that all the twisted branches were cool.
A Creek Runs Through It
Not sure if the creek was there first and the tree fell over during a storm. Or if the log was there and recent weather caused the water to divert into a new path.
Junipers Watching Half Dome
In Yosemite there can be so many crowds milling around to get a view of iconic Half Dome. I found a spot where there are few people and a different angle. These junipers reminded me of people standing around just looking at the great view.
Fallen
I took this shot last Fall at Crater of the Moon in Idaho. This fallen tree had probably stood for a long time. It probably was anchored for another few years before it finally toppled. But, even after it fell it made for a good shot.
Snapshots by Kats 