Natural processes create a seemingly infinite variety of abstract patterns in and on the bark of the Pacific Madrone (Arbutus menziesii), Southern Oregon’s signature tree. So, as another round of winter weather (with snow! 😀 ) closes in on us, here are more images selected from the bark of these endlessly fascinating trees.
BOOTS on the TRAIL 
Yes, that’s one of the fascinations – that a tree’s bark can display such a dynamic and subtle range of hues. Truly an amazing tree!
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Aren’t the colours amazing. The pinks..the oranges.
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Yes, they have that effect on us too. We have to be careful to not lose track of the hike and just wander around looking at and touching the madrones.
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I also think madrones are beautiful and fascinating. Sometimes on a summer hike I’m compelled to touch the smooth cool reddish surfaces.
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