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Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

The lodge was historically known as Singer's Lake Crescent Tavern, Singer's Tavern, and Lake Crescent Tavern. Avery Singer and his wife Julia purchased the property in 1914. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent ... More

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Rosemary Inn was constructed over several years 1914-1936), expanding into a 20th century wilderness resort that included 18 individual crafted cabins, a main lodge, and an ornamental garden. This shows how the... More

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

When first established as a family-style wilderness resort in 1914, the landscape included a lodge, small cabins, a stroll garden, and recreational features for guests. Structures were arranged around an open c... More

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

The welcoming front porch of the Lake Crescent Lodge, established as a wilderness resort in 1915. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Tavern was built in a forest clearing on the shore of Lake Crescent in 1915, and it still has the character of an early 20th century wilderness resort. The lodge was built with an elegant dining r... More

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

The Singers constructed the main lodge and a row of cabins east of the lodge in 1915. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

The wilderness resort, built in 1915, contained a lodge and a row of small cabins along Lake Crescent. The cabins were reconstructed in the mid-1980s and are therefore not considered to be contributing, they we... More

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

The steel windmill near the Boathouse dates back to the historic period of Rosemary Inn when tent cabins were still in use, pre-1920. It was historically used to draw water, and has ceased to function for many ... More

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

By 1926, all 18 guest cabins had been completed and named. Twelve remain in the landscape. Here, a young participant in the site's environmental institute brings vibrancy to the historic landscape. Olympic Nati... More

Rosemary Inn - National Parks Gallery

Rosemary Inn - National Parks Gallery

Red Wing was one of the 18 guest cabins that were completed by 1926. The site also contained recreational amenities for guests, like the tennis courts that once stood behind this cabin (in the area to the right... More

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Franklin D. Roosevelt spent the night at Lake Crescent Tavern on September 30, 1937. During the visit, leaders of the country, the state, and the Forest and Park Service met at Singer's Tavern (now Lake Crescen... More

Park Headquarters, Olympic national park

Park Headquarters, Olympic national park

In late 1939 through early 1940, the WPA crews dug and transported about 2,000 rhododendrons to Park Headquarters from surrounding lands. Olympic National Park, Washington Cultural Landscape Inventory park report (PDF)

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

A tennis court was built in the late 1940s east of the main lodge, at the end of an open field. A trace of this feature can still be seen, although it is no longer usable. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lo... More

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Initially, a dock provided ferry access to the resort, where a sign reading Lake Crescent Tavern was posted. Primary access to the lodge changed from water to land in 1922 with the completion of a south shore r... More

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

View from the lodge. The rubblestone wall to the right, rebuilt in the 1980s, originally bordered the horseshoe pit. Today, it serves as a retaining wall for the planting beds. Olympic National Park Lake Cresce... More

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Mossy phone booth, Hoh Visitors Center Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Comfort Station, Camping Loop B Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Visitors Center sign Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Tourist Attraction - Hoh Developed Area

Tourist Attraction - Hoh Developed Area

Old Shed, Maintenance Loop Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Corral Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Water station, Camping Loop B Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Pond along Upper Hoh Road Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hall of Mosses Trail Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Parking, Hoh Visitors Center Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Campsite, Camping Loop A Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Amphitheater stage Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Visitors Center Building Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Fork in the road, Camping Loop A Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Mossy sidewalks and parking along Upper Hoh Road Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Power House, Maintenance Loop Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Tourist Attraction - Hoh Developed Area

Tourist Attraction - Hoh Developed Area

Footbridge, Hall of Mosses trail Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

The driving experience along Upper Hoh Road Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Woodshed, Camping Loop B Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hall of Mosses Trail Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Comfort Station, Camping Loop A Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh River Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh River, Camping Loop A Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Wooden bollards, Camping Loop B Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Mossy fire pit, Amphitheater area Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Mini shed, Maintenance Loop Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Visitors Center Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Nurse log median, Camping Loop A Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Bench, Hoh Visitors Center Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Amphitheater Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Rest Area along Upper Hoh Road Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Trails, Camping Loop A Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Corral Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Hoh Developed Area - National Parks Gallery

Bench, Hall of Mosses Trail Hoh Developed Area Historic District Olympic National Park, Washington Olympic National Park

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Tumble Inn is located near the lodge and next to the entry gate. It served historically as Rose Littleton's, or the manager's, residence. Littleton received free meals from the concessionaire during the operati... More

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Large trees border the edge of Lake Crescent along the lodge landscape. Mature native trees contribute to the character of the landscape and help create a sense of spatial arrangement. Olympic National Park Lak... More

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Cultural Resource specialists discuss treatment options for a dead Cottonwood tree near the dock at Lake Crescent. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

The dock from the lodge entry. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent beyond the corner of the lodge porch. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Park Headquarters, Olympic national park

Park Headquarters, Olympic national park

Entrance to the Administration Building The stone walkways, graded lawns, road system, and carved wood signs constructed in the late 1930s exemplify the Late Rustic Style. Stone planters built of orthogonal mas... More

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

A row of cabins, facing toward Lake Crescent, continue to serve as a retreat for visitors. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Park Headquarters, Olympic national park

Park Headquarters, Olympic national park

Park Administration Building Olympic National Park, Washington Cultural Landscape Inventory park report (PDF)

Tourist Attraction - Lake Crescent Lodge

Tourist Attraction - Lake Crescent Lodge

The rubblestone wall once framed the edge of the former horseshoe pit, reflecting the recreational development at the landscape. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Tourist Attraction - Lake Crescent Lodge

Tourist Attraction - Lake Crescent Lodge

Dock into Lake Crescent Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

A GIS specialist with the National Park Service gathers geo-spatial data about the cultural landscape, one type of information used in documentation and management. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cul... More

Park Headquarters, Olympic national park

Park Headquarters, Olympic national park

The Administration Building at Park Headquarters is reflective of the Late Rustic Style. Olympic National Park, Washington Cultural Landscape Inventory park report (PDF)

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Individually crafted lodges line surround the property. The entry gate sign spells out Rosemary. The original gate was removed and replaced in 1985. Olympic National Park Rosemary Inn Cultural Landscape Invento... More

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Mature trees surround the resort district, including Douglas fir, Big leaf maple, Western red cedar, and Western hemlock. The shape of these tall trees helps to organize space and provides character to the beac... More

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Today, Crescent Lodge continues to be a popular destination for both overnight stays and recreational day-use. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Cabin at Rosemay Inn landscape. The site has been used for environmental education program since about 1988. Olympic National Park Rosemary Inn Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Originally, access to the resort was by ferry. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

View of Lake Crescent Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Lake Crescent is visible beyond the cabin called Summerie. It was restored in 2008. Olympic National Park Rosemary Inn Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Park Headquarters, Olympic national park

Park Headquarters, Olympic national park

Olympic National Park Headquarters Located just outside Port Angeles, Washington, the Headquarters building represents late Rustic style architecture in the park. New principles in architecture were emerging in... More

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

A century after the resort was established, characteristics of the historic setting remain. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Historically, all of the resort's guests accessed the site from the a ferry crossing of Lake Crescent, where they were greeted by a tall, rustic peeled pole entrance gate with latticework and large Rosemary let... More

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

The Lake Crescent Lodge Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Entry walk to the Lake Crescent Lodge. The guest cabins are to the left. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

The lodge landscape is located on a flat area of land along the edge of Lake Crescent. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

The lodge as seen from the dock. When the resort was built, the primary access was by ferry. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent in Olympic National Park Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Park Headquarters, Olympic national park

Park Headquarters, Olympic national park

Trees and other plantings shelter the administration building. Historically, the WPA thinned some understory of the second growth forest to decrease fire hazard. However, a thick stand of trees was maintained a... More

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

The amphitheater of log benches on the beach was a recent addition to the landscape. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Late day in late autumn at Lake Crescent Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Rosemary Inn, Olympic national park

Mature trees tower over the cabins at Rosemary Inn. Built as a wilderness resort, the historic landscape was an arrangement of small cabins, a main lodge, and plantings at the edge of Lake Crescent. Olympic Nat... More

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

The Lake Crescent Lodge from the shore of the lake. the lodge and seven reconstructed cabins incorporate the period's Craftsman style features like gable roofs, broad overhanging eaves, full-facade porches, and... More

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

Lake Crescent Lodge - National Parks Gallery

The reconstructed row of cabins, adjacent to the lodge, plays an important role in the spatial organization of the district. Olympic National Park Lake Crescent Lodge Cultural Landscape Inventory park report