Last week Katy and I stayed at Lake Crescent Lodge. It’s our fourth year to enjoy the historic old lodge, the fall colors, and the cool, rainy weather. We especially like the evenings, when we curl up in the sofas in the big lobby. The roaring fireplace, dark beams, and friendly atmosphere with other guests make it a favorite for us. A plaque says that FDR stayed here in the 1930’s, and it looks little changed since then.
In the morning we ate a leisurely breakfast in the dining room that looks out on the lake. Afterward, Katy took a long exploratory walk along the lake while I painted a watercolor of the lodge. This painting carries good memories of our stay.
This one has such an amazing feeling to it. It lifts my spirits to look at it.
Great! I think a good painting should do that.
I really love this one. The leaves of the trees make this a superb painting. You’re fortunate to be able to go to this lodge every year.
Thanks, Warren! We love this place and we feel very lucky to stay there once a year.
Very nice! Soothing and serene.
Thanks, Jamie!
Beautiful! Where is this located?
Hi, Carol. It’s located on the shores of Lake Crescent, about a half hour west of Port Angeles, in Olympic National Park.