There is a tree growing in a cave in Olympic National Park in Washington, on Kalaloch Beach. What is surprising is that this natural wonder, the “Kalaloch Tree of Life”, still clings to life even though it looks like it should have died a long time ago.

Just north of Kalaloch Lodge, the arborvitae in Washington State sits on a cliff that was partially excavated by natural erosion over the years. The erosion was such that it seemed like it had taken the tree’s life away a long time ago.

However, the tree still thrives, sprouting new life and impressing tourists around the world. Unlike neon trees, which are only anchored to the ground by a few tendrils of roots, the tree symbolizes endurance and perseverance. Most of the tree roots were exposed and scattered throughout the clearing.

The Tree of Life symbolizes the magic of perseverance for those who visit it. Likewise, it makes visitors realize that if this tree can grow with almost no soil, then perhaps we can also grow without all the things we “think” I need.

What kind of tree is the tree of life?

Besides being a source of inspiration for visitors, what’s amazing is that storms in the area have yet to topple it. The tree is a Sitka spruce, known for its large, sturdy trunk. It is one of the few spruce species recorded to exceed 300 feet in height.

How old is he and how did he get like that?

It’s hard to know how old the tree of life really is. It defies logic in that it somehow still stands, despite the erosion of support on the ground. Over the years, as erosion continued, the tree should have died. Without soil to give long life, some people call the tree miraculous. Others call it a natural phenomenon.

Whatever it is, it’s fascinating to watch. How much longer will it continue with such limited resources? How does the top end up green with so few nutrients?

It defied logic and left those who came to pay their respects holding their breath.