The Shores of Trinity

An aerial view capturing the striking contrasts along the shoreline of Trinity Lake in California's Shasta-Trinity National Forest.

185mm • f/8 • 1/125s • ISO 80 • NIKON D850 • 70-200mm f/2.8

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Observed from Bowerman Ridge forest trail, the shoreline of Trinity Lake reveals a dramatic environmental story. A wide band of vivid red, terraced earth marks the fluctuating water levels of this reservoir in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. The stark contrast between the dense evergreen forest, the exposed soil, and the calm blue water highlights the dynamic nature of California's water reservoirs.

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Entryway · 23 × 35 in (59 × 89 cm) · Black frame, white mat