Woodland Park, acquired by the City of Seattle in 1899, had many miles of trees and unpaved roads and paths. In this photo, a group of young people pose on a log that has fallen across the roadway. Woodland Park was a favorite setting for family photographs in the early twentieth century.

The brothers Clarence and Otto Langstaff were prolific amateur photographers in Seattle. Clarence worked as a carpenter and also spent time at Mt. Rainier as a guide. Otto worked for W.P. Fuller Company as a glazier and was a member of United Glass Union #188. Because most of their photos are not signed, it is often difficult to discern which brother was behind the camera.