I had been looking forward to being able to explore the Ghost Forest at Neskowin ( https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neskowin_Ghost_Forest ) along the Oregon Coast at an extreme low tide for a while. I have tried to cross this creek which is a barrier to that particular area of the beach which has the exposed ancient trees twice before. I thought just maybe with a low tide (-2.3feet) I might be able to but, as you can see, the creek was a bit of a river this morning. I chose not to cross.
@olivetreeann@onewing@jgpittenger Thank you so much. I do feel lucky to have seen the area so quiet and peaceful. The rugged character of the Oregon Coast is such a draw for me.
@30pics4jackiesdiamond@ljmanning@gardencat Thank you so much. I have found that being on the timid side of exploration serves me just fine. I haven't given up yet, though.
Sorry you couldn't make it across the creek. I was able to do it in June, 2016. My recollection is that the creek is shallower, closer to the surf line. It's an extraordinary place and of course very photogenic. It's also a sobering reminder that a tsunami will strike the coast again because of the subduction zone offshore. There are places along the coast that I refused to spend the night because of my perception of the risk. Of all the things I loved about our time in Oregon, going to the coast is what I miss most. I hope you can make it across the creek the next time. Definitely worth another try. Lovely image, BTW.
@marlboromaam Thank you so much, the beach was just so peaceful as most souls weren't up yet.
A beautiful photo of the landscape joy! Fav