The Autumn foliage was at its absolute peak during a trip along the roads of western Oconee County, SC, this past weekend.
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Western Oconee County vibrantly colored in fall foliage.
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Sourwood foliage (Oxydendrum arboreum)
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Fallen leaves on an Appalachian creek bed.
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Yellow Birch (Betula alleghaniensis)
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Fall peak colors in southern Appalachia.
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Red Maple (Acer rubrum)
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Vibrant red and yellow foliage beside eachother in the forest canopy.
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A mixture of fallen deciduous tree leaves amongst fallen pine needles.
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A stunning mix of fall foliage surrounds an open grassland area.
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Golden autumnal tones of the deciduous trees in the forest.
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Freshly fallen leaf litter covers the forest floor
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Sweet Birch (Betula lenta)
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A reflection of autumn foliage in a river stream.
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Sourwood (Oxydendrum arboreum)
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Peak fall foliage along the Chattooga River.
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An old logging trail winds through a colorful forest.
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