Sawtooth Mountains

The Sawtooth Mountains cover the North Shore from Tofte to Grand Marais. The ridges are covered with maples. When maple leaves change to their fall wardrobe I can’t think of anything that is more beautiful.

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North Shore Country Road

This year the colors are absolutely magic. The right combination of sunlight and rain produced some of most brilliant reds and brightest oranges.

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Maples

I was able to spend a couple of days with friends, Steve and Travis, photographing the fall splendor at both the Sawtooth Mountains and Mount Sophie in the Grand Portage Reservation.

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Reflections

The colors may last a couple more weeks so if you can find the time in the next week I would encourage you to check out the beautiful autumn scenery.

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Superior Hiking Trail

The Superior Hiking Trail takes you though some of the most beautiful hardwoods on the North Shore.

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Mushrooms

Even the forest floor this time of year is beautiful.

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Colors of Fall

Travis taught me how to take abstract photos of fall colors. Just spin your camera.

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Mount Sophie

Mount Sophie is located in the Grand Portage Indian Reservation. It gives you a very impressive view of maple ridges.

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Mount Sophie Fire Tower

Travis took this photo of me on the fire tower. If you want to see more of his work click on his web site. http://www.travisnovitsky.com

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