Description
The snow-capped mountains across the Columbia River contrast with the orange aura of the setting sun, creating a stunning and tranquil scene as winter sets in. This photograph was taken from the shore after the season's first snowfall, where washed up driftwood adds an interesting element to the composition. The small figure of a kitesurfer in the distance shows the adventurous spirit of the Gorge, and not letting below freezing temperatures stop a good ride.