I remember calling the reception desk at Quinault Lodge, "Am I crazy to come to the rainforest in January?" The kind lady answered, "No sir, we'll be able to give you lots of personal attention because almost nobody else is here at that time." And of course my comment to her was, "Well maybe there is a reason why nobody else is crazy enough to go to the rainforest in January!" Turns out that there is something pretty spectacular to walking in the rain, in a rainforest, practically alone, catching sight of Roosevelt Elk and Bald Eagles. So the secret is out, get to Olympic National Forest and enjoy a whole new winter experience. Â
This photo was taken near Pony Bridge, a delightful hike from Graves Creek Rd along the Quinault River. I can almost guarantee that this one will leave you feeling inspired.
Nikon D5500, Tamron 18-55mm @ 18mm, 1.30sec, f/10, ISO 2500.