Tree
Stump
I thought this old stump was really cool. It looks as if it wants to say something… or tell a story
Trees at Scotts Lake
I’m not sure of the history at Scotts Lake but there were several downed trees all along the shoreline. In a normal water year, I suspect that the tree stumps are submerged and provide the fish and other wildlife in the lake some shelter.
Still Standing
The terrain as we hiked up to Mt. Tallac is pretty barren as you get closer to the summit. Most of it is exposed rock and a few old trees. This cluster of Junipers has probably been hit a few times by lighting but it’s still standing.
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.
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.
Snapshots by Kats 