Sea stacks
In the surf.
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Ruby Beach is the northernmost of the southern beaches in the coastal section of Olympic National Park, Washington, on Highway 101, about 27 km south of the town of Forks in a straight line, or about 43 km by road. The beach is known for its many sea stacks and, like nearly all beaches on the northern coast, for huge amounts of driftwood. It is named after ruby-like crystals in its sand. Destruction Island and its lighthouse lie about 6 km southwest of the beach and can be seen from it. Dark sea stacks stand in the surf, some topped with spruce, the largest being Abbey Island close to shore. Huge pale driftwood logs pile up on the pebbles, sea fog often wraps the scene in mystery, and at sunset sky and water turn pink. Visitors walk down a short path from the highway car park to the beach. At low tide more of the shore around the rocks is exposed. Watch out for strong waves, and do not climb on piled logs near the water, as they can shift with the surf.
In the surf.
On the pebbles.
And its lighthouse.
Highway 101, Jefferson County, Washington, United States
No, a short path.
Watch for waves and shifting logs.