These are Big Leaf Maples along the Elwha River in Olympic National Park. I liked the way the sun light glowed off the mossy limbs.
Winter Trees with Moss
More Backlit Maple Leafs
These were taken a while ago, but we still have a few maple leafs left on a few of the maple trees. It’s interesting how there is so much difference between trees in a grove. It’s my favorite time of year for enjoying maples: when the leafs are bright yellow/orange and the sun shines through them.
Fall Colors at Fort Worden
Fort Worden is just north of downtown Port Townsend, Washington. I go there frequently to get some exercise and to enjoy the views. The big leaf maples are very colorful in the park this year. Other areas seem to have suffered from dry weather, but the park sits next to salt water and get moist weather more often. Below is detail.
