Starved Rock State Park in central Illinois is a not-so-hidden
treasure. Acres of woods, bluffs, limestone cliffs and waterfalls are accessible from a well-marked and well-maintained trail system. I love the rich chocolate tones in this late February scene.
Hi Val,
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Looks like a great place for a walk. Have a great day!
Sherrie
The rich colors are beautiful...who needs Colorado when you have this? :)
ReplyDeleteInteresting name for a park, and you are right about the consistent tones that run through the image. Looks like it has a lot of intrigue to go off exploring.
ReplyDeleteEvery season has its beauty . . . soon the ferns will be growing and spring flowers opening.
ReplyDeleteBeautifu; rich depth in this shot.
ReplyDeleteGreat monotone composition. I love the woods in winter more than any other season.
ReplyDeletelovely photos, I like the tones, the colours, and think that the transformation in this park come spring must be incredible to witness
ReplyDeleteThat well maintained path seems to be blocked with trees lol....great colours in this shot
ReplyDeleteI like the meandering of the stream despite the trees trying to block the water flow!
ReplyDeleteGreat tones captured here. I always seem to forget to explore the parks in winter time. Thanks for the reminder.
ReplyDeleteYour description of 'rich chocolate tones' drew me in. Increased the photo view and get exactly what you were talking about.
ReplyDeleteI like the rich browns in your image. Looks like a great place to go hiking!
ReplyDeleteI love the curve of the creek and trail. Beautiful tones indeed. maybe in the creek from the tannin in oak leaves?
ReplyDeleteLooks like an interesting place to explore any time of year.....Looks as if you were looking down on this scene....must be somewhat of a challenge deciding what to focus on. Like your choice of the stream with its reflections and fallen trees.
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