We camped at Fort Flagler State Park early this month, our second trip there. It’s fast becoming a favorite place. Fort Flagler was originally a military installation tasked with protecting entry into Puget Sound. Like many such sites, the setting is spectacular and now permits public use in a gorgeous area boasting great natural appeal. But the human history, the remains of the old bunkers, is haunting and stark. I rarely see shots in black and white, but Battery Downes at the Fort was an exception.
I’ve been to abandoned ghost towns, Native American ruins, other decommissioned bases, and places left behind. As stark as this place is, it somehow has a greater human presence than I’ve felt at other similar spots. I’m not sure why.
I like that stairway image.
The images are very touching. You can almost feel the tension and then the serenity there.
In this case, black and white is appropriate.
I remember previous pics of this old fort. There is no question the ghosts linger and that’s the presence you feel. Well, it could be. Maybe. Or maybe there was a breeze blowing through? š
I’ll bet your hubby had a grand Father’s Day. I did. Played golf!
there was a similar looking fort not too far from boston, but it was entirely covered in graffiti (and nothing arty, just ugly tagging mostly) so sad!!
Pretty steep steps. I’m a bit surprised that camping is allowed in a place that is historically significant as this is.