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Trail Bend and Island View

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Trail Bend and Island View
 
Taylortown Reservoir, Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, Morris County NJ
 
I am continuing to explore the park throughout all 4 seasons. Grateful to have the honor of Morris Parks using my artwork for the upcoming replacement of trail signage with the Pyramid Mountain visitors center. Pyramid Mountain is a natural resource enjoyed by thousands of hikers each year, both from in state and out of state.
 

Taylortown Reservoir in Autumn

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Taylortown Reservoir in Autumn
 
Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, Morris County, New Jersey
 
The hike behind Taylortown Reservoir is scenic and often a trail less travelled.
 
Canon 5Dsr + Tamron SP 15-30mm
 

Skunk Cabbage on Stony Brook

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Skunk Cabbage on Stony Brook
 
Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, Morris County, New Jersey
 
I don’t recall incorporating Skunk Cabbage into many landscape images before so I was overdue. This bend in the brook was particularly lush.
 
Canon 5Dsr + Tamron 15-30mm

Rat Snake at Pyramid Mountain NJ

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Rat Snake
 
Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, Morris County, New Jersey
 
This small Rat Snake entertained my macro photography for a few seconds before we both went on our ways. Rat Snakes have a reputation for being one of the most docile wild snakes in New Jersey. They help keep populations of rodents in check and I look forward to seeing them while hiking.
 
More information on the Rat Snake – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pantherophis_alleghaniensis

Lake Valhalla Overlook

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Lake Valhalla Overlook
 
Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, Morris County NJ
 
There are several scenic vistas within the local park system. This view is accessed via the Turkey Mountain hiking area across the street from the Visitors Center.
 

Jack-in-the-pulpit at Pyramid Mountain

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Jack-in-the-pulpit
 
Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Park, Morris County, New Jersey
 
Also known as bog onion, brown dragon, Indian turnip, American wake robin.