Fresh Water
There is no lack of awe-inspiring natural beauty in my epic photography collection of lakes, rivers, and streams. Dive into crystal-clear waters that reflect the vibrant colors of the surrounding landscapes or marvel at the gentle flow of a serene river, capturing the essence of tranquility. Over decades I have skillfully captured intricate details, from the misty morning scenes to the fiery colors of sunsets over the water. Let my breathtaking images transport you to these natural wonders, where peace and serenity await.
Sunsets in the Cascade Mountains of Oregon rarely dissapoint. On this warm July night, the sky lit up with dramatic pink hues and reflected in the waters of Lava Lake. In the distance South Sister Mountain (on the left) and Broken Top Mountain (on the right) peak above the forest.
If you have ever been to Klamath Falls you know it has several mountainous peaks that dominate the landscape. One of which is Stukel Mountain south of town. The Lost River runs around the base of Stukel Mountain as it carves its way through the basin floor. The most majestic place on the river is a near lake like area behind the Horseshoe Dam. On a late spring evening, I came down to those area knowing that the moonlight and Milky Way were going to line up for an iconic shot on the water. Location: Klamath Falls, Oregon
Bridalveil Falls plunges 620' into Yosemite Valley. When we were there the flow was not large and thunderous but rather the water was quiet and ebbed and flowed with the wind. Location: Yosemite National Park, California
On the north side of the Crater Lake Caldera is a green-colored rock face known as the Palisades. This is an often overlooked and fascinating location within the park. This view showcases a Mt. Scott and a full moon in the background. The epic waters of Crater Lake and the interior caldera lit by the moon. Location: Crater Lake National Park, Oregon
Most who visit Crater Lake do so during the day but it shines brightest under moonlight. This epic location is not too far from Rim Village and is often featured as an Instagram hotspot. Beware, venturing out onto the cliff edge is not without its risks. Several have never made it back from the point alive. Location: Crater Lake National Park, Oregon.
Crater Lake formed an estimated 7700 years ago when the colossal mountain named Mazama erupted and collapsed. Fast forward seven millennia, the mountain has filled with water become the deepest lake in the United States. Local tribes tell stories of the eruption being a battle between the heavens above and the earth below. It is believed that modern man discovered the lake at or near this location now called Discovery Pont. On a warm August night with a nearly full moon, I found myself re-discovering this location all over again. I have always been a fan of this location, it has the best view of the island, framed by ponderosa and whitebark trees. Location: Crater Lake National Park, Oregton
In early July of 2022 small patches of snow could still be found at Crater Lake including this one inside the caldera at Discovery Point. On this cool summer evening, the winds at the surface were calm but winds at cloud level were fierce. Blowing from the south to the north. Working the wind to my advantage a long exposure created mystical streaking cloud formations and showcased the rotation of the earth through the stars in the sky. Location: Crater Lake National Park, Oregon.
One of my all time favorite images and best sellers is "Whitebark and the Wizard." It is an amazing piece but, I never liked how faded the galactic core appeared. For several years, I planned to recreate the image. I patiently waited for the right time of year - to position the Milky Way just right. With just the perfect amount of moonlight to illuminate the foreground, whitebark tree, and Wizard Island. It all came together when a beam of headlights kicked off from Discovery Point to add a little something extra to the capture. Location: Crater Lake National Park, Oregon.
The stars shine bright over the Southern Oregon Cascades and Upper Klamath Lake as the glow from the lights of Klamath Falls illuminates the clouds. Location: Rocky Point, Oregon
On a warm night in July 2022, I found myself on the rim of the Crater Lake caldera for a potential night of aurora activity. As I was waiting for the Northern Lights to kick off I set up at Discovery Point to calibrate the camera system. Then all of a sudden, a massive shooting star or possibly even a piece of space junk entered the atmosphere and illuminated the dark sky. I feel fortunate to have been able to witness such a mystical occurrence and just as fortunate to have my camera open and capturing an image as it streaked across the sky. Location: Crater Lake National Park, Oregon.
White snow-covered Wizard Island pops against the deep blue color of Crater Lake. Winter is by far my favorite time to visit the lake, it is when the park is at its most beautiful.
A unique panorama of the entire Crater Lake caldera. Looking left to right on the pano, the Sinnott Overlook can be seen inside the caldera rim followed by Watchman and Hillman Peaks. Wizard Island and Llao can be seen before looking further right. On the right, Mt. Scott and Garfield Peak round out the pano. Location: Crater Lake, Oregon
The Sinnott overlook is one of the few places to stand inside the Crater Lake caldera. In this image, the large boulders used to construct the overlook can be seen in front of the reflection of Watchman Peak in the lake. Location: Rim Village, Crater Lake NP, Oregon
The Sinnott overlook is one of the few places to stand inside the Crater Lake caldera. In this image, the large boulders used to construct the overlook can be seen in front of the reflection of Watchman Peak in the lake. Location: Rim Village, Crater Lake NP, Oregon
Winter reflections of the Crater Lake caldera are a wonderous spectical to see in person. On this day, the wind was so still the reflection gave the illusion that the rim was twice as tall and the water was made of clouds. Location: Crater Lake, Oregon
The wind rarely stops blowing across the Crater Lake, but when it does, it acts as a large mirror reflecting the rim, islands, and sky. Creating an amazing optical illusion. Location: Crater Lake, Oregon
There are several peaks that circle the Crater Lake caldera. The one seen here is Hillman Peak on the western side of the caldera. I just love how the snow has fallen across the peak and inside the rim. The patterns, the shadows, and if looking closely one can see the tippy tops of evergreen trees buried in the snow. Location: Crater Lake, Oregon.
The shores of Agency Lake provided a fantastic viewpoint to watch a fast-moving thunderstorm travel north along the crest of the Southern Oregon Cascades in August 2022. As bats flew overhead feasting on summer insects, lighting illuminated the basin. Location: Chiloquin, Oregon
