This photo shows a patch of Columbia Gorge Broad-leaf Lupine (Lupinus latifolius var. thompsonianus) surrounded by Bare-stem Desrt Parsley (Lomatium nudicaule). Along Dalles Mountain Road in Columbia Hills State Park, Washington, these two wildflowers bloom in great abundance in mid-April, along with Northwest Balsamroot.
Generally I find that I take better photos when I get away from the car and start walking, but I have to confess that I shot this picture right on the shoulder of the road.
All materials on this site are copyright 1992-2012 by Doug Gorsline / ashcreekimages.com
