Friday, March 25, 2011

Zigzag Dunes

Sand Dunes, Carl G. Washburne State Park, Oregon  © Doug Hickok


Rows of transverse sand dunes zigzag across the beach at one of Oregon's many outstanding wild and scenic state parks. In the distance is the prominence of Heceta Head, topped by a bank of low hanging coastal fog. This headland was named after a Spanish adventurer who sailed this region in the late 1700's. 
If you're interested in exploring an adventure of your own, a pair of yurts (Mongolian-style tents) are available year round in this state park, offering a truly unique camping experience.
With that said, here's to a fun and adventuresome weekend!

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38 comments:

  1. cieldequimperMarch 25, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    I'm usually in the PNW twice a year but have never yet made it to the Oregon coast. Definitely 2012, yurts or no yurts. They are quite fashionable, aren't they? This photo is just an amazing weekend invitation.

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  2. FrankMarch 25, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Beautiful dreamy!

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  3. fabrizioMarch 25, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    magnificent place, wow this one is really splendid, my compliments

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  4. Frank de JolMarch 25, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    Nice view and the place seems pretty cool to visit them.

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  5. Cezar and LéiaMarch 25, 2011 at 7:39 AM

    You know...it's poetry!
    Stunning composition!
    Léia

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  6. brattcatMarch 25, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    those zig-zags make a sort of music, don't they.

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  7. AnonymousMarch 25, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Oregon is a good place! :)
    Good composition, nice photo!

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  8. LauretteMarch 25, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Beautiful composition. A lovely image and very well captured.

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  9. ChelseaMarch 25, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Heceta Head looks like an emerald

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  10. LúciaMarch 25, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    Stunning shot! There's a feeling of movement n the sand!
    I'd love to visit this place!
    Have a good weekend. :)

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  11. UnknownMarch 25, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Just one word: FANTASTIC!

    Have a nice weekend :-)

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  12. LeoviMarch 25, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    Wow, I love the texture, shapes and light of this sand beach, and those blue sea and the sky really delicious. A spectacular photo.

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  13. OlegMarch 25, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    I have no words. I admire...

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  14. UnknownMarch 25, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    So good--superb shot Doug. Have a great weekend!

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  15. Traveling HawkMarch 25, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    This is a nice beach. I like the small waves and the effect of the cloud behind the hill.

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  16. HarryMarch 25, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    I like the patterns you have captured and the detail in the sand.

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  17. Martina EgliMarch 25, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    What a fantastic landscape - I love the perspective and the feeling of motion that can be seen in the waves, the dunes and the cloud. Great work!

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  18. franzMarch 25, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    what a splendid scene and scenery! i love the directions the dunes go and i love the fog over the headland! the oregon coast is a very special place indeed!

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  19. Eyeliquor 2March 25, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    I think i'll sit here for a while :)
    Great Work!!

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  20. JonasMarch 25, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    What amazing depth!!! A school example of how to build a picture. Awesome!

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  21. JoeMarch 25, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    Just discovered your blog. Your use of colour is fantastic and your photos so vibrant. I look forward to dropping in from time to time. This current photo of the glistening sand dunes makes me want to go for a stroll on a beach. Congrats.

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  22. OKMarch 25, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    really nice composition and colors here. well done.

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  23. L'explorateurMarch 25, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    WOW! I have never seen such a zigzag dunes before. And this image is so rich, from sand to sky! It makes me happy. I would run to the sea, along one of those zigzags :D :D Have a great weekend!

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  24. London CallerMarch 25, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    Oh... Is this the answer to my zig-zag waterfalls?!

    Stunning landscape!
    Beautifully composed.
    Like the way you highlighted the wavy sand dunes.

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  25. KathyMarch 25, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    Amazing shot. I'm so envious of your talent!

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  26. gavin hartMarch 26, 2011 at 12:55 AM

    Love this one Doug! The light, lines and textures are wonderful. I am really drawn into this scene. Beautiful!

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  27. AnonymousMarch 26, 2011 at 3:02 AM

    Beautiful imagery. Lovely capture of a wonderful landscape.

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  28. noelMarch 26, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    great shot for this beach and dunes
    nice work done Doug

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  29. FriedaMarch 26, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    That's a stunning picture. What a beautiful place!
    Have an excellent weekend.

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  30. Michael RowlandMarch 26, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    Great photo! One of my favorites of yours. Very nice,,,M

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  31. yzMarch 27, 2011 at 5:18 AM

    excellent composition with the curves in the sand

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  32. Hilda R.BMarch 27, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    Amazing photo. The curves in the sand, and your composition are so nice. Well done.

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  33. Andrey SamolinovMarch 27, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    Wonderful point of view and very beautiful shot - well done

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  34. georgeMarch 28, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    Love those waving bands of sand - and the almost sympathetic cloud shapes. Great seascape.

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  35. Andrew graeme GouldApril 4, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    A standout image, Doug. I've been along part of the California coast, and wanted to make it to the Oregon coast too, but didn't manage it. Next time I will, though.

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  36. BernardApril 8, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    boomerang ?
    Bernard

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  37. Marie LCMay 19, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    A magnificent composition and landscape. Love this photo !

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  38. píxeles y neuronasSeptember 8, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Beautiful composition and very nice photo.
    Agustín.

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