Mt. Mc Kinley, Denali National Park, Alaska.
I’m back from a wonderful week and a half in Denali National Park. At first, I thought I had missed the peak fall colors, and I might have in a couple of areas of the park, but for the most part, the colors were amazing. I can’t believe how that countryside is transformed in the autumn!
This was from my first night – one of many in which I had amazing light to go with the wonderful scenery.
Besides the color, I spent a lot of time pursuing the wildlife. The wildlife wasn’t as plentiful as it has been in the past, but I still was able to photograph wolves, lynx, fox, a huge caribou and numerous moose. I’m definitely worn out – but that is a good thing!
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Amazing colors Ron and the view of the peak is superb.
I echo Russ’ comment. Amazing. Looking forward to seeing some moose photos (moose are my favorite…I’m heading to Grand Teton NP in just over a week and hope to see some there)
Absolutely breathtaking!
such a beautiful view. Nice Ron.
This is perfect, Ron. I love it.
spectacular color!
Awesome! Looking forward to more!
Who says you need trees for fall color? Wonderful photo, Ron!
Thanks so much everyone!
I re-calibrated my monitor and think I over saturated this – but, you get the idea, it was amazing!
Eye candy. Wow.
WOW! Just when you think it can’t get any better……..it DOES! Great shot Ron! Just got back from a trip through your old home town, heading to Valdez. Geez, I never knew it was such a BEAUTIFUL drive!!! The trees were like sunshine on a stick!! I’m sure glad you got to the park during the PEAK time! I must admit, after seeing it a week or so ago, I was afraid you were going to miss it. Apparently you hit it PERFECTLY….. Jackpot. Can’t wait to see some of your other photos.
What a magnificent color palette!
The photo’s a real energy booster!
Glad to see that you didn’t miss the brushstrokes of fall!
The leaves have just started to turn red (etc.) here, but the switch nearly happens over night, so I’d better have my camera ready! 
Thanks Vera!
@ Terry I agree – that can be a very beautiful drive – I loved it out there this time of year, and the mountains along the Glenn and Richardson Highway are awesome! You are right, I think I was close to missing the peak, and may have missed it out West, but it was still amazing.
@ Renate Thanks! It was a real energy booster in person as well! You are right about the colors, especially after a cold night, they can really turn fast! I hope you have a great fall!
Great photo Ron. Looks like the timing and weather cooperated well. The colors are magnificent and you got to see the mountain instead of just clouds
@ George – Yes, I was very fortunate for the first few days! Thanks!
Ron,
Looking at this photo…it seems weird that you were a little disappointed when you found out the dates you would be in Denali. All things work out in strange and mysterious ways – this is absolutely beautiful.
Colors are just starting to change here and I am so looking forward to it.
Thinking of you and Janine often!
Teresa
Hey Teresa – great to hear from you!
You know, I did receive my first choice in dates this year – I might have second guessed my choice at some point, but I was there when I wanted to be, and it worked out great! So amazing.
We miss you and glad you and Mark are doing well!
Ron
Hey Ron,
I’m glad you mentioned re-calibrating your monitor here; this one does look a little over the top.
A great trip, it seems. Congrats, I knew you’d be loving the stuff you shot from this trip.
Cheers
Carl
Thanks Carl – yes, definitely over saturated, I need to redo.