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Also known as the Tree Root Cave, this giant spruce has survived despite erosion tearing away at its foundation. When you first see the tree, you'll notice that despite its visible roots, its foliage remains as vibrant as ever. Beneath the roots is a small cave that plays host to a stream that carries out to the Pacific Ocean.
The tree is located in the Kalaloch Campground, near the Kalaloch Lodge. Thick, winding roots are how the tree clings to the coastal bluff beneath it. A stream flows through the cave, preventing any sediment from rebuilding around the roots and slowing widening the gap that lies underneath the tree.
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Park at the Kalaloch Campground and take the stairs down to the beach. Head to the right and over the logs. You'll find the tree about 100 feet down the beach.
The tree has dropped dramatically, and it now very nearly reaches the ground. The path down to the beach has also taken damage and sunk quite a bit. People who are handicapped or elderly may be unable to get to the beach via the campground path. Larger people have also stated that the steps and sides are unstable and felt unsafe while using them.
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October 28, 2019
