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  • Two small islands appear through thick fog and reflect in a still lake on a late-fall morning. Even after the colorful leaves of autumn drop and fade, there's still much beauty to be seen and photographed in the wilderness. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    An Autumn Haunting
  • Fallen leaves decorate a river shoreline and intermingle with beautifully rounded stones on a drizzly autumn day. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Autumn Spread
  • A kaleidoscope of autumn color covers the hillside above Heart Lake. Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
    Autumn Explosion
  • Winter begins to take hold of Numa Pass and the surrounding mountains, even as autumn thrives on the mountainsides below. Dappled light and interesting cloud formations completed this beautiful view in British Columbia's Kootenay National Park.
    Autumn's Last Stand
  • An incredible early autumn sunrise from one of my favorite spots in West Virginia. One of the many reasons that I love backcountry camping so much is that it allows me to roll out of my tent and walk just a few feet to witness and photograph scenes like this.
    Autumn in Appalachia
  • A cottonwood in the incredible Utah backcountry begins its autumn transformation against a backdrop of beautiful sandstone. Coyote Gulch, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
    Autumn in the Gulch
  • A maple tree near Heart Lake in all its autumn glory. An Adirondack Mountain Club volunteer that I met while making this image told me that she knew someone that had been coming to the campground every autumn for 30 years, who used this tree as a gauge for autumn's progress. The gauge was reading "Peak" on this October morning!
    The Tree
  • Bare trees and late autumn color on a mountainside at sunset in the Adirondack Mountains.
    Bare it All
  • A couple enjoys an afternoon paddle on a warm September day that looked like autumn but felt like summer. Indian Lake, New York.
    Second Summer
  • A lone maple tree stands out from its evergreen friends on a small island in Indian Lake on a perfect autumn afternoon.
    Stand out From the Crowd
  • Out for an afternoon paddle on Indian Lake on a perfect autumn day.
    On the Hunt
  • Peak autumn foliage spreads out below the snow-capped summit of Algonquin Peak, as morning fog drifts off the surface of a lake on a cold October morning a half hour before sunrise. Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
    Ephemeral
  • Self-portrait from a rocky ledge overlooking pure autumn wilderness in the Adirondack Mountains.
    Wide-Eyed Wilderness
  • Tending to the fire on a chilly autumn afternoon. Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
    Fire Goddess
  • A storm builds over Algonquin Peak and the colorful autumn foothills of the High Peaks, as seen from the Plains of Abraham. Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
    Abraham's Fury
  • Dappled sunlight and beautiful autumn foliage on a cloudy afternoon in the Adirondack Mountains.
    Curtain Call
  • A burst of sunshine lights up the autumn forest canopy in the Adirondack Mountains.
    Color Wheel
  • Vibrant autumn colors spread out below the snow-capped summit of Algonquin Peak, as morning fog drifts off the surface of a lake on a cold October morning at sunrise. Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
    Kaleidoscope
  • Fog and foliage is one of the most mesmerizing combinations for photography. As the fog mingled with the precipitous mountains on this autumn morning, I was fortunate to have a flock of geese fly through the mist just as I pressed the shutter, adding a special sense of scale and drama to the already mystical scene.
    Fall or Nothing at All
  • Morning fog rises from a lake ringed with beautiful autumn foliage. Look ever so closely and you'll see a flock of geese through the fog on the surface of the lake. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Call Through the Mist
  • Blazing autumn foliage blankets a mountainside in the Adirondack High Peaks.
    Symphony of Color
  • A red-tailed hawk gives a side-eyed staredown while perched in a tree clinging to its final few autumn leaves.
    Soul Piercing
  • Fog rolls over a mountainside covered in beautiful autumn foliage in the Hoffman Notch Wilderness. The scenery and solitude that I found here was yet another reminder that there is so much more to the Adirondacks than the popular, well-known locales.
    Lost in the Mist
  • A sugar maple along the shore of Heart Lake shows off its autumn colors as Mt. Jo looms in the distance. Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
    Front Row Seat
  • I've always been fascinated by loons. With their unmistakable call and feather pattern and haunting red eyes, they no doubt are an icon of the Adirondack wilderness. While out for an early autumn paddle, we watched two loons repeatedly dive and rise as they often do, when we noticed that one of them seemed to have something in its mouth. Assuming it was just a stick or weeds, I almost didn't even bother lifting my camera. Thank goodness I did, though, because what I saw through the viewfinder was one of the coolest things I've ever seen in the wild. The loon had caught a small catfish , and I was absolutely thrilled to be able to get this shot before the fish became lunch. Do you notice the white around the loons mouth? That's the beginning stages of the loon molting to its winter feathers.
    Catch of the Day
  • Breaking clouds and morning fog catch the golden light of sunrise at the height of autumn in the Adirondacks.
    Only For a Moment
  • Taking in the view of autumn colors spread out below the snow-capped summit of Algonquin Peak, as morning fog drifts off the surface of a lake on a cold October morning at sunrise. As hard as it can be to extract myself from the warm cocoon of my sleeping bag on cold mornings such as this one, viewing and photographing the sunrise always makes it more than worth it. Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
    Soak It In
  • Peak autumn foliage complements a colorful sunrise on a rocky summit in the Adirondacks.
    Red October
  • Freshly fallen autumn leaves gather around exposed tree roots in the Adirondack Mountains.
    Life Cycle
  • An abstract view of rain droplets on a fallen autumn leaf in the Adirondack Mountains.
    Intricacy
  • Tending to the fire on a cold autumn night. Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
    Light of Life
  • Beautiful autumn foliage blankets a mountainside in the Adirondack High Peaks as the morning fog breaks just enough to allow the rising sun to bathe the landscape in warm light.
    Patience
  • Vibrant autumn colors pop along the banks of a creek in the Hoffman Notch Wilderness. The scenery and solitude that I found in this corner of the Adirondacks, even on a holiday weekend, was a pleasant surprise after deciding to brave the wet, rainy weather on this October afternoon.
    Birch Haven
  • Enjoying a beautiful Adirondack autumn view on a perfect sunny day.
    Sunshine Enough to Spread
  • Even after the leaves have fallen from the trees, there is still beauty to be found in the autumn forest. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    After the Fall
  • A puff of morning fog rises from Heart Lake and catches the dawn light, as the surrounding mountains burst with autumn color. Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
    These Mountains are my Home
  • A stand of larches at the base of the snowy Rockwall show off their autumn colors. Unlike most conifers, larches change color and lose their needles every autumn, providing a splash of gold to the subalpine zones found in the Canadian Rockies and Pacific Northwest. Kootenay National Park, British Columbia.
    Blending of the Seasons
  • Clearing fog, autumn colors and sunrise light combined to create an enchanting scene in New Hampshire's White Mountains. This was our first autumn trip to the White Mountains, and we were blown away by the seemingly endless array of hikes, scenic drives, and phenomenal views that this exceptionally rugged and beautiful mountain range has to offer.
    Layers of Light
  • A spectacular autumn sunset panorama from a rocky overlook in West Virginia's Monongahela National Forest. Five vertical images were stitched together to get this 180 degree view.
    Mon on Fire
  • Elakala Falls, one of the most elegant waterfalls on the east coast, is especially beautiful in autumn when the rocks surrounding the base of the falls get peppered with fallen leafs. Blackwater Falls State Park, West Virginia.
    Feast
  • Camping on our own private island on an unseasonably warm autumn day during peak foliage instantly became our all-time favorite camping trip. Indian Lake Islands, Adirondacks.
    High on Life
  • A beautiful autumn sunrise at one of my all-time favorite campsites,  located in West Virginia's Roaring Plains West Wilderness. Some of the best backpacking, views, and campsites in the East can be found here.
    The One That Started it All
  • Chilly and damp autumn days are perfect for forest hiking and waterfall photography, especially along deserted trails during peak foliage. I came across these picturesque cascades while on a hike in New Hampshire's White Mountains, and spent an hour just sitting next to the falls admiring their beauty before capturing the photo seen here.
    Slow it Down
  • Mountain ridges with fall colors rise above the valley fog at sunrise on a perfect fall morning. This was taken from the deck of a cabin we stayed at in Townsend, Tennessee, and right after taking this shot we hopped into the hot tub and watched as the fog enveloped the mountains. Not a bad way to spend a fine autumn morning!
    Soaking it All in
  • Viewing wildlife in their natural habitat is one of the most thrilling outdoor experiences imaginable. Heading into my first trip to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, I knew that seeing wildlife such as black bears was a possibility, but I tried to rein in my expectations of seeing one of these majestic creatures. In an incredible stroke of luck, we would end up seeing not one but five black bears during our week in the Smokies! We came across the one in this photo just in time to see it awake from its evening snooze to stretch out against a tree trunk before ambling off into the autumn forest, truly a moment that we'll never forget.
    Just in Time
  • Warm morning light filters through the autumn forest and reflects on a cascading creek in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
    Light Tunnel
  • One of my favorite ways to spend a misty autumn day is a creekside hike through the forest, when the soft light makes the forest glow and come alive with countless sights, smells and sounds.
    Forest Immersion
  • A lone larch tree near the Conrad Kain Hut enjoys a glorious view of glaciers and mountains on a perfect October evening. Unlike most conifers, larches change color and lose their needles every autumn, providing a splash of gold to the subalpine zones found in the Canadian Rockies and Pacific Northwest. Bugaboo Provincial Park, British Columbia, Canada.
    Chasing Gold
  • An interesting cloud formation complements a maple tree showing off its autumn colors on a beautiful October day in West Virginia's Canaan Valley State Park. While not nearly as well known or talked about as places like New England when it comes to fall colors, I think that the West Virginia Highlands put on a fall foliage display that's just as good as what can be seen in other parts of the country, and typically with a fraction of the crowds!
    Homestead
  • While in grad school at Johns Hopkins, I walked by these maple trees on my way to and from lab every day. They're some of the largest maples I've ever seen, with long, graceful branches emanating from their trunks. This photograph captures one of the branches reaching out towards me, dressed in its autumn's best.
    Dissertation
  • Golden autumn foliage surrounding Bash Bish Falls in the Taconic Mountains glows in the evening light after a rainstorm.
    Honey Hole
  • Douglas Falls, of West Virginia's Blackwater River, resembles a scene more likely to be found in Utah's red rock country than in Appalachia. The rocks in this section of the river have been stained red due to the past use of coke ovens on the bank of the river. Autumn foliage contrasting against the red rocks makes for a striking photo. Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia.
    Beauty Scars
  • A sugar maple deep in the Maine woods shows off its vibrant autumn colors.
    The Moment Has Come
  • Peak autumn colors reflect in a perfectly calm pond in New Hampshire's White Mountains.
    Mirror, Mirror
  • Golden ferns and a mountain ridge bursting with colorful autumn foliage made an idyllic scene on a perfect October day in West Virginia's Canaan Valley State Park.
    Lazy Day
  • Cascading waterfalls and autumn colors  in British Columbia.
    Silver and Gold
  • A hiker pauses to take in the splendor of the Zion Narrows on a beautiful autumn morning. Zion National Park, Utah.
    Morning Stroll
  • Douglas Falls, of West Virginia's Blackwater River, resembles a scene more likely to be found in Utah's red rock country than in West Virginia. The rocks in this section of the river have been stained red due to the past use of coke ovens on the bank of the river. Autumn foliage contrasting against the red rocks makes for a striking photo. Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia.
    Red Raider
  • Birch trees catch the sunrise light on a calm and foggy autumn morning in the beautiful Vermont countryside.
    Be Still
  • Warm sunset light and greenery on the trees gave this early September evening a summer feel, but a chill in the air that required a flannel and winter hat be worn for the sunset paddle made it clear that autumn was just around the corner. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    There's Something About a Boat
  • Sunshine brings out the intricate details of raindrops on freshly fallen autumn leaves. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Sundrops
  • Peak autumn foliage spreads out below the snow-capped summit of Algonquin Peak, as morning fog drifts off the surface of a lake on a cold October morning a half hour before sunrise. Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
    Icing On The Cake
  • Majestic Mount Robson, the tallest peak in the Canadian Rockies, towers over the foggy autumn forest as sunrise light kisses the summit of the glaciated peak. Mount Robson Provincial Park, British Columbia, Canada.
    Behemoth
  • A beautiful sunset lights up the sky and colorful sandstone walls in the backcountry of Grand-Staircase Escalante National Monument, with golden autumn cottonwoods adding an extra dash of color. My friend and I camped in the cave in the bottom left of this photo, which was one of the coolest and most unique campsites we've ever had.
    Light Chamber
  • Striated boulders of gneiss at the base of the Rockwall made for an interesting foreground in this scene from British Columbia's Kootenay National Park. In the background, a lone larch tree that's managed to take root in this hostile environment shows off its golden autumn colors.
    Scars & Stripes
  • Spectacular fall foliage blankets the mountainsides surrounding Indian Lake. The many incredible paddling and hiking options at Indian Lake quickly made this one of our favorite areas of the Adirondacks.
    Autumn Riches
  • Flaming fall colors surround a lake in the Adirondack High Peaks.
    Eye for Autumn
  • Fog rolls over the Adirondack Mountains at dawn on a chilly fall morning.
    Autumn Closing In
  • Fall colors on a small island and the surrounding hillsides on a misty October day in Vermont.
    Autumn in Vermont
  • An ephemeral rainbow touches down on a mountain ridge covered in beautiful fall foliage. Blackwater Falls State Park, West Virginia.
    Autumn Bow
  • Beautiful fall colors reflect in a still pond on a misty October morning. Acadia National Park, Maine.
    Autumn's Gift
  • Spectacular fall foliage blankets the mountainsides surrounding Indian Lake.  The many incredible paddling and hiking options at Indian Lake quickly made this one of our favorite areas of the Adirondacks.
    The Scenic Route
  • A lone maple that has somehow managed to take root in a narrow, rocky island   shows off its bright fall color as it watches the mountains peek above pre-sunrise fog on Indian Lake.
    Isolation
  • A wall of fog on Indian Lake catches the morning sunlight as the tips of distant mountains peek above the fog.
    Take a Peep
  • Amanda and Maggie take a breather and enjoy the view of Indian Lake from our island campsite on a perfect fall day.
    A Girl's Best Friend
  • Flaming berry bushes covered in the first frost of the season catch the morning light. Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
    Torched
  • After a morning of dense fog and clouds, the sun broke out just in time to sit down and enjoy the view.
    Good Morning Life
  • Freshly fallen maple leaves rest on a piece of birch bark in the Adirondack Mountains.
    Treasures of the Forest
  • Out for a late-fall evening paddle on the placid backwaters of a lake in Upstate NY.
    Backwaters
  • Delicate morning fog glows with the soft light of sunrise over a mountainside bursting with every fall color imaginable. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Radiance
  • The mountains were calling, so we went and got married! Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Unity
  • Fall colors shrouded in fog on a mountainside in the Adirondack High Peaks.
    Head In The Clouds
  • A pretty deer fawn plays with a stick in the Adirondack Mountains.
    Fawning For Fall
  • The girls taking in the view from the rocky shore of a crystalline Adirondack lake on a beautiful October afternoon. (Image also available without the hiker and dog).
    Ghosts of Fall
  • A beautiful sunrise over Whiteface capped off a wonderful fall getaway to a cabin in the mountains.
    Do We Have to Leave?
  • Wilderness travel can be one of the most challenging and humbling activities imaginable. With the right skills and attitude, however, there's nothing more rewarding and rejuvenating than disconnecting from the modern world and fully immersing yourself in the wilds. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Rejuvenation
  • Storm clouds catch the warm morning light and close in on Whiteface in the Adirondack Mountains.
    Anticipation
  • Puffy clouds drift across the sky above Whiteface on our wedding day. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Wedding Day
  • Frost coats flaming red berry bushes on a mountain summit as the first snow of the season graces the top of Algonquin Peak on a cold October dawn. Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
    Fire on the Mountain
  • Self-portrait from a craggy Adirondack summit while waiting for the light and warmth of morning to come.
    Waiting For The Eastern Glow
  • Ominous clouds fill the sky before a fall storm hits. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Impending Doom
  • Nothing is better than spending time in the great outdoors with the ones you love. Adirondack Mountains, New York
    Fallen For You
  • The setting sun briefly broke through the clouds just long enough to light up the fiery red marsh grasses and distant trees in beautiful light.
    Fire Light
  • Fall colors and dramatic clouds reflect in Heart Lake after sunset. Adirondacks, New York.
    Heart of the High Peaks
  • A loon couple looks for lunch in a lake ringed by beautiful fall foliage in the Adirondack Mountains. If you look closely you'll see some white around the mouth of each loon, which signals the beginning stages of molting to their winter feathers.
    Loon Swoon
  • Even as fall foliage reaches its peak at Whiteface Mountain, the snowcapped summit portends that it won't be long until the reds and oranges of fall are replaced with winter's white. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Won't be Long
  • A sliver of morning light strikes the face of a mountain covered in beautiful fall foliage. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Sunrise Spotlight
  • Partly cloudy days, when the fall forest seems to glow from the sunlight filtering through the clouds, are perfect for a stroll in the woods. Can you spot the hiker out for a morning walk in this photo?
    I Spy
  • The first snow of the season (during the first week of October!) covers the summits of Algonquin and Wright in the Adirondack High Peaks.
    Party Crasher
  • A beautiful white egret spreads its wings and takes flight as a great blue heron lurks in the marsh grasses below.
    Creepin'
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