Morristown National Historic Park hiking
New Jersey Brigade Trail in Winter

Morristown National Historic Park, New Jersey

I took this photograph not far from the trailhead at the Cross Estate Gardens. This trails runs to a Revolutionary War Encampment site, however I did not venture that far on the iced over trail.

Explore the Brigade Trail yourself – https://www.nps.gov/morr/planyourvisit/newjerseybrigadetrailmap.htm

Sigma 17-50mm + Canon SL2

Towpath in February

tourne county park boonton picture
Towpath in February

Tourne County Park, Morris County NJ

One of my favorite places to walk for wildlife, I have seen owls, hawks, and bears along this short stretch in the past. It is also a quick escape from the suburban sprawl of New Jersey.

Sigma 17-50mm + Canon SL2

Snow on Sparrow Fields

tourne county park photograph
Snow on Sparrow Fields

Tourne County Park, Morris County NJ

The ground was covered with a sheet of ice on this particular day, I considered myself fortunate to only take a slam once.

Sigma 17-50mm + Canon SL2

Stony Brook Crossing in Winter

pyramid mountain boonton
Stony Brook Crossing in Winter

Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, Morris County NJ

Taken on a pristine morning after recent snowfall. Only other person on the trails was a friendly trailrunner whom I spoke to briefly.

Sigma 17-50mm + Canon SL2

Forest Restoration Area in Winter

Jonathan's Woods, Morris County NJ
Forest Restoration Area in Winter


Jonathan’s Woods, Morris County NJ


Bare trees and fog are favorable ingredients when going for a desolation mood. I find the conditions quite inviting for outdoor photography and hiking.


Tamron 24-70mm + Canon 5Dsr

Marsh in Winter

Marsh in Winter

Jonathan’s Woods, Denville NJ

I am already looking forward to the Red-winged Blackbirds calling on their territory here in early Spring.

Tamron SP 24-70mm + Canon 5Dsr. This print is available in sizes up to 60″ x 40″

Day’s End at Merrill Creek

Merrill Creek Reservoir, Warren County NJ
Subtle tones of pink shone in the sky on a late January afternoon.
Sigma 17-50mm + Canon EOS M50

Pines in Winter

Pines in Winter
Jonathan’s Woods, Morris County NJ
Tamron SP 24-70mm + Canon 5Dsr


I loved how the trees on the horizon faded away into the foggy winter sky. I positioned my tripod so that the foreground tree guided the viewer’s eye but did not obstruct.

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Peggy Gray Bridge in Winter

Peggy Gray Bridge in Winter
Muriel Hepner Park, Denville NJ

Nice wintry day today with decent temps and minimal wind. I also realized I’ve never typed or written the adjective wintry before in my life so I had to doublecheck the spelling.


Sigma 17-50mm + Canon EOS M50

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Splitrock Reservoir in Winter

Places to Kayak in New Jersey

Splitrock Reservoir in Winter
Morris County, New Jersey
I loved the contours of the cracks in the ice so I boosted the contrast of the photo slightly for emphasis.

Tamron 18-400mm + Canon M50

Available in print sizes up to 20″x30″