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  • Otherworldly ice formations adorn the boulders surrounding a waterfall on the Ausable River. Adirondacks, New York.
    Haunting Beauty
  • A waterfall spills into the frozen chasm of High Falls Gorge in winter. Adirondack Park, New York.
    Takeover
  • Ice begins to form around a waterfall in the Adirondacks under a beautiful sunset sky.
    Final Flow
  • A long exposure of a silky waterfall flowing high after an October rainstorm.
    Cream of the Crop
  • A waterfall gently cascades down from the vibrant spring forest in the Adirondack Mountains.
    Water is Life
  • Otherworldly ice formations adorn the boulders surrounding a waterfall on the Ausable River. Adirondacks, New York.
    The Art of Ice
  • Frozen spray from the Ausable River  adorns the boulders surrounding a waterfall. Adirondacks, New York.
    Glazed
  • Sunlight filters through the rain clouds and beautifully illuminates fresh spring foliage above a thundering waterfall. Ricketts Glen State Park, Pennsylvania.
    Rediscovery
  • To accentuate the form and motion of the water rushing from the base of the second falls of Shay Run, I used a multi second exposure and placed my camera just a few inches above the water. I spent hours splashing around in the water trying out different compositions at this waterfall. It was a blast :-) Blackwater Falls State Park, West Virginia.
    Curve Appeal
  • 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
  • On a beautiful afternoon in the Adirondacks, the sun hit spray from a waterfall just right to cause a rainbow to form above a boulder that glittered like gold.
    Gold Under the Rainbow
  • Brilliant fall foliage perfectly frames a waterfall in New Hampshire's White Mountains.
    Cradled in Color
  • While climbing a rugged mountain might be more exhilarating, sometimes what the soul needs is to just sit and listen to the soothing sound of a waterfall after a short forest stroll.  Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Soothing Sound of Nature
  • New York State is blessed with many beautiful views and landscapes, with perhaps none more whimsical and seemingly straight from a fairy tale than the waterfalls and gorges of Watkins Glen. Of the many falls and cascades that can be found within Watkins Glen State Park, Rainbow Falls is arguably the most iconic and beautiful, and without a doubt the most popular. I hiked to the falls in the dark and arrived at the crack of dawn, which not only allowed me to have the whole place to myself, but the faint morning light also facilitated the use of a long exposure to render the cascades and water pouring off the mossy ledges to be rendered silky smooth.
    Journey to Oz
  • The Adirondack Mountains hold countless waterfalls, wild streams and cascades just waiting to be explored.
    Hidden Gems
  • 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
  • One of the most exhilarating experiences I’ve ever had in the wilderness happened at the start of a backpacking trip in Utah’s Coyote Gulch. With an ominous thunderstorm rapidly approaching, my friend and I sought shelter in an alcove (center-left in this photo), which ended up being quite possibly the most amazing and unique campsite of our lives. From our sandstone haven, we watched lightning electrify the sky and canyon, and listened to thunder boom and reverberate off the canyon walls. We stood in awe as waterfalls began to pour down over the canyon rim, and felt a deep spiritual connection to our caveman predecessors. I took this photo the following morning, with the creek swollen with rainwater and runoff, and remnant storm clouds above the canyon walls catching the beautiful sunrise glow. Coyote Gulch, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, Utah.
    After the Storm
  • It’s about the journey, not the destination. This well-worn saying can be applied to almost any context, but may hold most true when used in regards to climbing mountains. The sense of achievement, awe, and wonder gained from moving your being to a mountain summit rivals any other human activity or pursuit in terms of sheer intensity and emotion. Yet mountains are about so much more than just reaching the summit. The route to and from the apex of these wilderness temples is filled with challenges that crescendo with elevation gained, and beautiful nooks and crannies of the forest that the hurried hiker can easily blow right past. I was reminded of all of this on a winter trek into the High Peaks, when I took a break while clambering along Phelps Brook. I had been in a hurry to put in miles up to this point, but as I took a breather I discovered that in my haste to reach loftier destinations, I had nearly blown right by what would end up being the most beautiful thing I saw all day. Fresh snow and ice ringed the cascading brook that I had been absentmindedly hiking next to, and a stillness that can only be found in the winter forest permeated the air. I sat and watched and listened to the water flow and the ice crack for a long while, until the chill and mist rising from the brook made me get moving again. I hiked the rest of the day with new eyes and a new mindset, and reveled in each step of the journey. Adirondack High Peaks, New York
    The Journey
  • Red shale at the base of Bastion Falls contrasts against beautiful green spring foliage in New York's Catskill Mountains.
    Finally Spring
  • A break in the clouds allows the  sun to illuminate Kaaterskill Falls on a beautiful spring evening. Catskill Mountains, New York.
    In the Spotlight
  • Bright red foliage frames a rushing river after an October rainstorm.
    Red Oak Rush
  • Bizarre, otherworldly details in the blue ice formed from the spray of Rainbow Falls take on the form of aliens and ghouls. Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
    Invasion
  • Cascades on the Raquette River flow past interesting ice formations along the shore, just upstream of Buttermilk Falls. Long Lake, New York.
    Detour
  • A long exposure revealed the gradual swirling motion of foam in a pool below a small cascade on Gill Brook. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Altered Mind State
  • A long exposure revealed the gradual swirling motion of foam in an eddy in a pristine mountain brook. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Fingerprint
  • A pristine brook cascades over boulders after a summer sunset in the Adirondacks.
    Purity
  • Indian Falls is a beloved spot in the Adirondack High Peaks, and I have fond memories of laying out on the sun-warmed bedrock next to the falls after my dad and I climbed Mount Marcy together years ago. There would be no lounging around on this day, but the view looking out to the MacIntyre Range from Indian Falls might be even more beautiful in winter.
    Remember When
  • Cascades on Gill Brook on a warm June day. Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
    Cooling Off
  • Snow and ice cover the steep granite walls of High Falls Gorge. Adirondack Park, New York.
    Falling For You
  • A moody winter sunset from the icy banks of the Ausable River. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Dramatic Flare
  • A summer sunset above a rocky brook in the Adirondacks. The banks of this brook made the perfect spot to propose to my now wife.
    Adirondack Amore
  • Beautiful cascades on a stream in the Southern Adirondacks.
    Tumble Down the Mountain
  • A long exposure captured the swirling motion of water and foam at the base of a small cascade tucked away in the forest near Lake George. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Spring Revelry
  • Buttermilk Falls in Long Lake looks as smooth as its name on a winter afternoon after a fresh snowfall. The short hike to the falls is always a great leg stretcher when passing through the area, and is a wonderful destination in its own right no matter the season. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Call Me Buttah
  • The motion of fallen leaves swirling in the eddy of a creek was revealed using a multi-second exposure. Even after fall colors are past peak, as the leaves begin to drop new opportunities for photography are created. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Relativity
  • An up close view of the beautiful tiers of the second falls of Shay Run. Blackwater Falls State Park, West Virginia.
    Golgi
  • 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
  • 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
  • Bash Bish Falls in the Taconic Mountains pours into a rocky grotto adorned with fresh spring foliage.
    Splish Splash
  • Red volcanic rock adds a splash of color to the soaring granite cliffs that line the beautiful and wild Tuolumne River, in the backcountry of California's Yosemite National Park.
    Watercolor
  • Enjoying the serenity of the creek along which we got engaged :-)
    Forever Yours
  • 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
  • Rapids of the Tuolumne River sparkle like gold at sunset, in the backcountry of California's Yosemite National Park.
    Gold Rush
  • Soft lights accentuates boulders adorned with snow and ice along the Raquette River. Adirondack Mountains, New York.
    Cover-up
  • Golden autumn foliage surrounding Bash Bish Falls in the Taconic Mountains glows in the evening light after a rainstorm.
    Honey Hole
  • A pristine mountain brook cascades down the peridotite rock of the Tablelands. This rock originated from the Earth's mantle, and several hundred million years ago tectonic plate collisions drove it to the surface. The reddish-brown color stems from its high iron content. Gros Morne National Park, Newfoundland.
    Exposure
  • Beautiful blue ice hangs from the cliff beside the last unfrozen veils of Rainbow Falls. Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
    When Rainbows Freeze
  • LeConte Falls of the Tuolumne River cascades down the granite bedrock of Yosemite National Park on a clear evening in June. Yosemite National Park, California.
    Slip 'N Slide
  • Bash Bish Falls pours into a rocky grotto adorned with fresh spring foliage. While the lushness and beauty of the falls and gorge may make it seem like this photo was taken in an exotic tropical hideaway, this type of beauty can be found right in the Taconic Mountains of New York and Massachusetts.
    Paradise
  • An iconic Pacific Northwest scene of Punchbowl Falls pouring into a rocky grotto lined with vibrant green mosses and ferns. While inspiring landscapes such as this often seem like permanent fixtures, statues sculpted from the most impervious stone imaginable, we are sometimes reminded just how fragile the Earth is. Due to the careless acts of a group of teenagers, who thoughtlessly tossed firecrackers into Eagle Creek Canyon, the Eagle Creek Wildfire of 2017 ravaged the canyon in which Punchbowl Falls resides, and the full impact of the damage remains to be seen.
    Fragility
  • 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
  • The most important lesson I learned while in San Francisco for a work conference was that when the rental car salesman offers to upgrade you from the cheap compact car that you had pre-booked to a Mustang convertible for just 60 bucks, you say yes. While my pre-conference backpacking trip along the wild and crystalline waters of the Tuolumne River in Yosemite National Park was surely a highlight of my trip to California, it was the journey to and from the trailhead in my trusty ‘Stang that is most etched in my memory. Ever since I had my first car, a piece of shit Saturn station wagon that crapped out after only 40,000 miles, I’ve been obsessed with the intoxicating feeling of absolute freedom and adventure that a full tank of gas and an open mind can provide. After finishing grad school and taking a year off to road trip throughout the American West and British Columbia, I thought that I had experienced pretty much everything that the open road had to offer. But as I bombed down 395 with the evening sun glistening off Mono Lake and the sweet smell of sage washing over me, topping 100 with the first 55 seconds of Van Halen’s “Hot for Teacher” blasting on loop and flipping the bird to every “speed monitored by aircraft” sign that I blew by, I realized that even after all the past trips and miles, the road still had undiscovered secrets to offer. That no matter how many places you’ve been and blank spaces on the map you’ve explored, the open road will always lead you to exactly where you need to be. As I approached my campsite for the night and the sky began to fade from blue to orange to purple, I chuckled as I thought to myself about how the idiom “my way or the highway” is all wrong. There is no choice to be made, after all, because as long as I’m able to climb into a car and press my forefoot on the accelerator, my way IS the highway.
    My Way is the Highway
  • Bash Bish Falls pours into a rocky grotto adorned with fresh spring foliage. I ducked out of work early on this misty spring afternoon, and spent the evening exploring and photographing the falls and gorge in complete solitude. Taconic Mountains, Massachusetts.
    No Work, All Play
  • Sol Duc Falls surrounded by fresh spring greens. Olympic National Park, Washington.
    Sol Duc Serenity
  • A waterfall pours down the lush and rugged mountains into Western Brook Pond. Gros Morne National Park, Newfoundland.
    Hidden Falls
  • Cascading waterfalls and autumn colors  in British Columbia.
    Silver and Gold