High Elevation Collection

Lichen covered trees at high elevation, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, North Carolina

USA, Colorado, Teller County, Victor, Vindicator Valley Trail. Historic gold mining district, one of the most productive in the country in late 1800 s

Gentian flowers, Antisana National Park, Ecuador

Paramo grass, Antisana Ecological Reserve, Ecuador

Antisana volcano, Antisana National Park, Ecuador

Fog drifting through black burned trees on mountain side, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee

Lichen covered trees at high elevation, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, North Carolina

Paramo grass, Antisana Ecological Reserve, Ecuador

Mountain gorillas mating
Mountain gorillas (Gorilla beringei beringei) mating. The mature male leading the troop is known as a silverback due to the colour of the fur on its back

Haleakala Crater, Maui, Hawaii, USA
The panorama view from the summit of Haleakala at sunset in Haleakala National Park, Mauis dormant volcano, Hawaii. The observatories, collectively known as Science City are on the far left; Maui

Gokyo trek trail, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal
Sun shines down on an abandoned Sherpa home, surrounded by a rock wall, with the Gokyo trek trail seen across the valley, with clouds breaking up in the distance, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas

Yaks carrying goods up Gokyo Trek, Himalayas, Sagarmatha National Park, Nepal
Yaks (Bos grunniens) carrying goods up the Gokyo trek towards the village of Gokyo, on a sunny autumn day in the Himalayan Mountains, Sagarmatha National Park; Nepal

Fog surrounds a beautiful aspen forest
Clouds form around aspen trees (Populus Tremuloides) high in the forest; Moab, Utah, United States of America

Blooming Silversword in Haleakala Crater, Maui, Hawaii, USA
A rare Silversword plant (Argyroxiphium sandwicense macrocephalum) blooming at sunset looking north towards the West Maui Mountains and the island of Lanai, Haleakala National Park; Maui, Hawaii

Haleakala Crater panorama in Haleakala National Park, Maui, Hawaii, USA
The panorama view across Haleakala Crater in Haleakala National Park, Mauis dormant volcano, Hawaii. Sliding Sands Trail is clearly pictured in the upper right

Silvermine Mountains, Mulkeir Valley, Tipperary, Ireland
Boulders on the side of the Silvermine Mountains overlooking the Mulkeir Valley; County Tipperary, Ireland

Lakes in the Galty Mountains at dawn, Limerick, Ireland
Panoramic view of two lakes in the Galty Mountains at dawn, panoramic stitched composite; County Limerick, Ireland

Haleakala at sunset, Maui, Hawaii, USA
Haleakala at sunset with dramatic golden sun rays shining bright over clouds; Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Celtic cross in winter, Tipperary, Ireland
Frozen ice formations on the summit of Galtymor mountain with a celtic cross in winter, Galty Mountains; County Tipperary, Ireland

Snowy mountains and spring vegetation, Hooker Valley Track, Mount Cook National Park, New Zealand
Snowy mountains and spring vegetation along the Hooker Valley Track, Mount Cook National Park; South Island, New Zealand

A Commercial Jet Casts A Shadow On The Clouds; United States Of America

A Commercial Jet Flies Above The Clouds Over Illinois; United States Of America

CO, Ouray
USA, Colorado, Ouray

USA, Colorado, Colorado Springs. US Flag
American flag, Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA

Colorado, Colorado Springs, Manitou Springs. Pikes Peak Cog Railway. Views from the train. (PR)

Colorado, Colorado Springs. Pikes Peak Cog Railway. Views from the train, cog cars passing. (PR)

Colorado, Roadside views between Pagosa (healing waters) Springs & Wolf Creek Pass. San Juan National Forest

Colorado, The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Views from the train

Colorado, US Hwy 550 (aka Million Dollar Highway), Red Mountain Pass between Ouray & Silverton. San Juan Skyway, Colorados frist scenic byway

North America, USA, Colorado, Lake County, Leadville. Leadville, Colorado & Southern Railroad

North America, USA, Colorado, Clear Creek County, Georgetown. The Colorado & Southern Railway, Georgetown Loop Railroad. Historic train. (Editorial Usage Only)

South America, Ecuador. Alpine suculent plants, Cajas National Park (Parque Nacional El Cajas)
Ecuador. Alpine succulent plants, Cajas National Park (Parque Nacional El Cajas), 35km northwest of Cuenca, includes 290 square km of paramo, high-elevation forest, and over 230 lakes

South America, Ecuador. Llama (Llama glama), Cajas National Park (Parque Nacional El Cajas)
Ecuador. Llama (Llama glama), Cajas NP (Parque Nacional El Cajas), 35km northwest of Cuenca, includes 290 square km of paramo, high-elevation forest, and over 230 lakes

South America, Ecuador. Chuquirahua thistle (member of aster family)
Ecuador. Chuquirahua thistle (member of aster family), Cajas NP (Parque Nacional El Cajas), 35km northwest of Cuenca, includes 290 square km of paramo, high-elevation forest, and over 230 lakes

South America, Ecuador. Puya bromeliad, Cajas National Park (Parque Nacional El Cajas)
Ecuador. Puya bromeliad, Cajas National Park (Parque Nacional El Cajas), 35km northwest of Cuenca, includes 290 square km of paramo, high-elevation forest, and over 230 lakes

Glaciology at Mont Blanc weather station C016 / 9625
Glaciology at Mont Blanc weather station. Glaciologist obtaining an ice core at the weather station on the col of the Dome du Gouter, a peak that is a shoulder of Mont Blanc

Glaciology at Mont Blanc weather station C016 / 9624
Glaciology at Mont Blanc weather station. Glaciologist checking instrument readings at the weather station on the col of the Dome du Gouter, a peak that is a shoulder of Mont Blanc

Glaciology research, Argentiere Glacier C016 / 9623
Glaciology research. Researcher using a laptop computer to access and study photography of glacier movements. This is the Argentiere Glacier in the French Alps

Serac ice blocks, Argentiere Glacier C016 / 9620
Serac ice blocks. Sunlit clouds over ice blocks on the Argentiere Glacier in the French Alps. The movement of the glacier has caused the upper surface to break up into large blocks called seracs

Glaciology at Mont Blanc weather station C016 / 9626
Glaciology at Mont Blanc weather station. Glaciologist checking instrument readings at the weather station on the col of the Dome du Gouter, a peak that is a shoulder of Mont Blanc

Glacier table, Argentiere Glacier C016 / 9621
Glacier table, Argentiere Glacier

Female and young mountain gorilla
Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) female and young. Mountain gorillas are found in cloud forests high on the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes between Rwanda, Uganda and Zaire

Silverback mountain gorilla and female
Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) male and female. The mature male leading the troop is known as a silverback due to the colour of the fur on its back

Silverback mountain gorilla
Mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) male. The mature male leading the troop is known as a silverback due to the colour of the fur on its back

Eroded Dolomite peaks C016 / 5833
Eroded Dolomite peaks. The Dolomites are a mountain range in north-eastern Italy, forming part of the Southern Limestone Alps. The highest peaks reach elevations of over 3000 metres

Dolomite peaks and clouds C016 / 5832
Dolomite peaks and cloud formations near Cortino d Ampezzo, South Tyrol, Italy. The Dolomites are a mountain range in north-eastern Italy, forming part of the Southern Limestone Alps

Cima Piccola peak, Dolomites C016 / 5830
Cima Piccola peak, Dolomites. This peak reaches an elevation of 2857 metres. It is part of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo (Three Peaks of Lavaredo) group in the Dolomites, South Tyrol, Italy

Tre Cime di Lavaredo peaks, Dolomites C016 / 5829
Tre Cime di Lavaredo peaks, Dolomites. These peaks are part of the Sexten Dolomites, South Tyrol, Italy. The name translates as Three Peaks (of Lavaredo)

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"Exploring the Majestic High Elevations: From Lichen-Covered Trees in North Carolina to Historic Gold Mining Districts in Colorado" Nestled within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, North Carolina, lichen-covered trees stand tall at high elevations, painting a picturesque scene of tranquility and natural beauty. Journeying through Teller County, Colorado, one can step back in time along the Vindicator Valley Trail—a historic gold mining district that once thrived during the late 1800s. Witness the remnants of an era when this area was among the most productive in the country. In Antisana National Park, Ecuador, vibrant gentian flowers bloom amidst breathtaking landscapes at high elevation—an enchanting sight for nature enthusiasts seeking solace and wonder. The Paramo grasses sway gracefully in Antisana Ecological Reserve, Ecuador—blanketing vast stretches of land with their emerald hues and adding a touch of serenity to this unique ecosystem found only at high elevations. Towering proudly above its surroundings is Antisana volcano—a majestic presence within Antisana National Park that showcases nature's raw power while providing a stunning backdrop for those who venture into these elevated realms. As fog gently drifts through blackened burned trees on mountain sides within Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains National Park, an ethereal atmosphere is created—an eerie yet captivating reminder of nature's resilience even after devastation strikes. Returning to North Carolina's Great Smoky Mountains National Park once more reveals lichen-covered trees gracing high elevations—testaments to endurance and adaptation against harsh elements over countless seasons. Amidst yellow aspens lining the path along Victor's Vindicator Valley Trail lies another glimpse into Colorado's rich history—a testament to how even at high elevations where gold was sought after fervently centuries ago; today it remains a place of natural beauty and exploration.