The vivid colors of autumn are giving a final burst of glamour to the landscape before the dormant season brings on a dull hue. This is the best time to find solitude on the popular trails in the valley bottoms or to hike the higher, exposed alpine routes, with no fear of heat exhaustion.

For more photos please view these albums: First Days of Autumn http://community.webshots.com/album/93082927dbYUjq The Colors of Autumn ... (more)