Fiery Autumn and the Lone Pine – Cape Flattery, Washington
Perched at the northwesternmost point of the contiguous United States, Cape Flattery is one of Washington's most awe-inspiring natural landmarks. Located on the Makah Reservation within the Cape Flattery Trail and Viewpoint Area, this rugged coastline is part of the greater Olympic Peninsula—a region known for its dramatic landscapes, coastal rainforests, and rich Native American heritage.
In this image, a lone shore pine stands resilient at the cliff’s edge, sculpted by the unrelenting ocean winds. Across the water, the North Head Lighthouse glows faintly on the distant cape, a sentinel overlooking the confluence of the Pacific Ocean and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Below, the waters swirl with power and mystery, hinting at the wild nature of the Pacific Northwest.
The scene is framed by fiery autumn foliage, adding a brilliant burst of color to the cool blues of the sea and sky. It’s a rare seasonal contrast at this coastal location, where fall arrives subtly and swiftly, cloaking the windswept shrubs in amber and crimson.