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Highlight images of a ten-day journey through the High Peaks Region of Adirondack State Park, NY.

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  1. Trailhead to Round Pond, the beginning of my journey

    Round Pond Trailhead. Adirondack Park, NY

  2. Round Pond, a glacial creation, is encircled by a deciduous forest. This type of vegetation is common at the fringe of the Adirondack dome.

    Round Pond. Adirondack Park, NY

  3. The waters within the park are generally very clean, though acid rain from midwest industry has made many bodies of water inhospitable to native populations.

    Round Pond Water. Adirondack Park, NY

  4. The surreal colors of autumn are very hypnotic, especially when framed by a clear blue sky.

    Autumn Leaves. Adirondack Park, NY

  5. I encounter the first of many spruce-tamarack bogs. This particular swirling stream reminds me of a zen garden. Only the trickle of water can be heard.

    Spruce-Tamarack Bog. Adirondack Park, NY

  6. This tree talked a lot but didn't have much to say...

    Talking tree

  7. Boquet River Lean-to. These three-sided shelters hold up to eight people. Some, such as this, allow fires.

    Boquet River Lean-to. Adirondack Park, NY

  8. Looking over my first morning in the Adirondacks. From here, I had to consider going back for forgotten supplies. Due to a chance encounter with a fellow backpacker, I was able to borrow gear and continue.

    Inside Lean-to Adirondack Park, NY

  9. Looking forward to my first significant ascent, Dix Mountain. This picture only hints at the impressive magnitude of this landslide. I would suffer my first tumble at its base.

    Dix Mountain. Adirondack Park, NY

  10. Further up Dix Mountain, a distinct boreal zone takes over. Strange mosses and lichens cover nearly every surface at times.

    Moss and Lichen. Adirondack Park, NY

  11. Already in the first week of October, the higher elevations begin to freeze.

    October Icicle, Adirondack Park, NY

  12. Another example of fine trail construction. This long suspension bridge crosses over The Branch, an outlet to Elk Lake.

    Suspension Bridge, The Branch. Adirondack Park, NY

  13. Nature has a way of devouring the past. Much of what the Adirondacks once were is hidden in the roots.

    Tree Overgrowing Trail Marker

  14. The Arctic-Alpine Zone exists in very small pockets along the higher elevations in the Adirondacks. This area takes a long time to recover from human activity. Travel is restricted to the narrow trails.

    Arctic-Alpine Zone. Adirondack Park, NY

  15. A fine example of the fascinating vegetation in this fragile biome. Some plants may appear common, but are in fact quite rare in this area.

    Adirondack Vegetation

  16. Yours truly at the summit of Mt. Marcy with an overburdened Vapor Trail backpack. Thousands of acres of largely undisturbed wilderness stretch out in every direction.

    Summit of Mt. Marcy. Adirondack Park, NY

  17. Pick a direction and keep going, the wilderness extends beyond the azure horizon.

    Summit of Mt. Marcy. Adirondack Park, NY

  18. Nate, the Summit Steward for Mt. Marcy, and his assistant for the day, Josh, pack up for the year and commence their final decent.

    Summit Steward. Adirondack State Park

  19. A thin layer of water covers wooden planks along the north side of Mt. Marcy. Water and mud are unavoidable in these parts. Apathy quickly takes over.

    Mt. Marcy Trail

  20. A friendly reminder of the tenacity of bears. This unapproved container, though thick, was but a chew toy for a hungry bear.

    Unapproved Bear Canister. Adirondack Wilderness

  21. A mossy vine drapes the silvery ribbons of yellow birch.

    Moss on Yellow Birch. Adirondack Park, NY

  22. Moss on the forest floor.

    Moss on forest floor. Adirondack Park, NY

  23. Rippling waters reflect a saturated sky.

    Rippling Water, Adirondack Park, NY

  24. Absorbing a little sunshine atop Marcy Dam after the cold rains abated.

    From Marcy Dam. Adirondack Park, NY

  25. Another well-marked lean-to... I had trouble finding lean-tos on multiple occasions.

    Hidden Lean-to Sign. Adirondack Park, NY

  26. The Rocky Falls Lean-to area is one of the nicest spots to spend a night. The sound of rushing water lulls the mind into a peaceful night's rest.

    Rocky Falls Lean-to. Adirondack Park, NY

  27. I felt like I was in a scene of Spirited Away. What mysteries lie ahead?

    Lantern. Adirondack Loj

  28. The lounge of the Adirondack Loj is a wonderful spot to pass the night. Free Wi-Fi is a plus.

    Adirondack Loj, Adirondack Park, NY

  29. Industrious snowmen guided us faithfully through Avalanche Pass. I adorned one with a red button.

    Snowmen on Avalanche Pass. Adirondack Park, NY

  30. My friends John and Krissa overlook the devestation of the 1999 Mt. Colden landslide, caused by excessive rains from Hurricane Floyd.

    Mt. Colden landslide. Adirondack Park, NY

  31. One of the most amazing views of the Adirondacks, Avalanche Lake. Mt Colden and Avalanche Mountain fall vertically into the cold water.

    Avalanche Lake. Adirondack Park, NY

  32. One of many interesting ladders along Avalanche Pass. The trail can be thought of as a big playground or a backpacker's nightmare. Blood sugar often makes the determination.

    Avalanche Pass Ladder. Adirondack Park, NY

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