Kalaloch to Browns Point - April 17, 2026

 We spent the last day on the coast doing this delightful, flat stretch of beach.

The Tree of Life

Beaches 4 and 3 - April 16, 2026

After Ruby we hiked down to Beach4 and Beach 3. We had not been to either before.

Beach 4

Beach 3

We enjoyed spending some time watching the waves crash on the beach.

 

Ruby Beach - April 16, 2026

 Kay and I returned to this beautiful spot after an enjoyable breakfast at Kalaloch Lodge. It was the beginning of two days of delightful beach walks in the Olympic National Park.

 

Quinault Valley Rainforest - April 15, 2026

 Kay and I dodged the showers to enjoy some explorations near Lake Quinault one day during our stay on the Peninsula. 

The Quinault River at the point of the washout of the South Shore Road. 

Moss everywhere

Exploring the Anton Kestner Homestead was the highlight of the day.

Settled in the late 1800s it is now owned by the National Park Service.

A nice trail wound through the Kestner property providing a close view of the rainforest eco-system