Lava Trees State Park, Hawaii.  These spectral forest figures were formed in 1790 when an eruption from Kilauea covered the ‘Ōhi’a trees with lava up to 11 feet deep.  When a fissure opened and the lava drained away, the lava skeletons of the trees were left standing.  I’ve photographed other lava trees in many locations, but these are my favorites, both because of their size and the fine bark imprints but also because of the lush surrounding vegetation.

Lava Trees State Park, Hawaii.  These spectral forest figures were formed in 1790 when an eruption from Kilauea covered the ‘Ōhi’a trees with lava up to 11 feet deep.  When a fissure opened and the lava drained away, the lava skeletons of the trees were left standing.  I’ve photographed other lava trees in many locations, but these are my favorites, both because of their size and the fine bark imprints but also because of the lush surrounding vegetation.

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