Olympic National Park’s rugged shoreline is rich with life. Invertebrates of countless shapes, sizes, colors and textures inhabit the tide pools along Washington’s coast. Pictured here is a starfish with Giant Green Anemones that opens its tentacles like flower petals in the tidal waters. Photo courtesy of Keith Ladzinski.
Paddle further out into the water here and you’ll be in Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary! By working together, the park and sanctuary ensure the Olympic Peninsula’s natural and cultural treasures remain protected.