Murden Cove, Bainbridge Island, Washington The afternoon light was intriguing, and I was surprised it produced as much color as this. The cove was named in 1856 for someone who lived on the beach here.
Maui, Hawaii Calm winds on a warm afternoon turn the view toward Lanai and Kaho'olawe into a restful natural painting.
Schooner Cove, Pacific Rim National Park, British Columbia Schooner Cove is one of my favorite beaches in the park, and low tide is one of the best times to be there. The trail to the beach is a beautiful walk through the forest, and passes by a 600 year old Sitka spruce.