Truth is, we don’t know how the Tree of Life will fall, and we don’t know when. It could happen in five years, in 40 years, ...

The ‘Tree of Life’ in Olympic National Park has become a symbol of resilience over the years, but recent photos show that this bastion of beating the odds may be coming to its end.

Visitors walk along Kalaloch Beach in front of the Tree of Life in March 2025. Courtesy of Sandtastic Travels By Sam Hill , Pacific Northwest Contributing Parks Editor March 27, 2025 ...

Beach visitors pose with the “Tree of Life” on Kalaloch Beach in Olympic National Park before the tree sank during storms in early 2025. Mathew Nichols Photography Courtesy A tree that seems ...

The “Tree of Life” on Kalaloch Beach in Olympic National Park photographed by Mathew Nichols before the tree sank during storms in early 2025. Social-media star.

Ruby Beach deserves a mention, too, offering a "Best Of" version of Washington's charm. Its unique landscapes and iconic rock formations help it earn a spot in many "Best Beaches" conversations.

Ruby Beach and Kalaloch are located on the southwest coast of the Olympic Peninsula and are accessible directly off Highway 101. Kalaloch is one of the most visited areas of Olympic National Park ...

Travel company Lonely Planet ranked Ruby Beach in Olympic National Park as the 12th best beach in the U.S. and the "best for tiny adventurers" in a survey posted in March.

A beach in Washington state made a list of best beaches in the country, joining popular destinations in Hawaii, Florida and California. Travel company Lonely Planet ranked Ruby Beach in Olympic ...

The “Tree of Life” in Olympic National Park has become a symbol of resilience over the years, but recent photos show that this bastion of beating the odds may be coming to its end.