Mountain Pictures

In this gallery, you’ll find pictures of mountain landscapes, including red-rock deserts, forested hills, and snow-capped peaks. These photos were taken all over North America and beyond, and include scenes from the Colorado Rocky Mountains, Denali (Mt. McKinley) National Park in Alaska, the wilderness of Iceland, and more. These mountain pictures also portray wildlife like bears and bald eagles, and celestial phenomena like double rainbows and the Aurora Borealis (northern lights).

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Eagles Above The TreelineAt the Bald Eagle Preserve in Haines we as photographers have the opportunity to take photographs every second of the day.

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Emerald Lake In The Canadian YukonWhile exploring the South Klondike Highway, we explored the beautiful Emerald Lake just to the south of Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada and north of Skagway, Alaska. The brilliant green of the water is a result of calcium carbonate leaching from the limestone gravels of the valley. This shallow lake was formed like most lakes in the north by glacial retreat.

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Historic Gold Mine Near Ouray ColoradoDeep in the backcountry around Ouray and Silverton, Colorado is the remains of the Columbus Gold Mine on the scenic Alpine Loop backcountry trail.

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Mayflower Gulch Cabin With MountainsOne of our favorite hikes in the central mountains of Colorado is the Mayflower Gulch Trail just north of Leadville, Colorado. Its a gentle climb that starts just off Highway 91 and winds about 2 miles back into the abandoned Old Boston Mine. At an altitude of almost 11,000 feet, the air is thin, but the views are spectacular. Here we are inside one of the old cabins and looking towards beautiful Fletcher mountain in the Tenmile Range of the White River National Forest.

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Middle Fork Koyukuk River Near Wiseman AlaskaThe Koyukuk River in Alaska has far less particulate matter dissolved in it than many southern rivers. This lack of turbidity gives it its striking blue color.

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Ski Ascent In British ColumbiaAscent in British Columbia - These three skiers spend the day climbing the peaks of British Columbia in search of untracked powder. Near the Mistaya lodge in British Columbia, a helicopter ride can take you to this pristine winter wonderland for a great time of backcountry skiing.

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The Fall Colors Of Haines Alaska And Fort SewardA beautiful fall morning overlooking Fort Seward and Portage Cove in Haines, Alaska. Although its only October, the snows have already started in the surrounding mountains of this seaside port. Beautiful fall colors still remain in the trees in the town.

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Watchman Over The Virgin River In Zion National ParkThe Watchman towers over the Virgin River in Zion National Park in southern Utah as the setting sun warms the mountain. As its names suggests, the mountains watches over the southern entrance to the park. The Virgin River winds it way peacefully through the scene.

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An Eagle Flies Over The Chilkat RiverA lone Bald Eagle flies peacefully over the Chilkat River in Haines, Alaska. Bald Eagles are powerful fliers, they soar on thermal convection currents and can reach speeds of up to 43 mph when gliding. Bald Eagles are mainly found near large bodies of open water with an abundant food supply, and trees for nesting.

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Chilkoot Lake Alaska In Black And WhiteA black and white photograph of Chikoot Lake near Haines, Alaska, taken just after sunrise. Black and white shows off the varied textures and shades of the Alaskan landscape.

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Flight Of The Puffins Before Snowy PeaksPicture of puffins flying around Bird Island on the Cook Inlet of Alaska. Three horned puffins fly in formation near the volcano Mt. Redoubt over the cold Alaskan waterway as the snowy peaks stand tall in the background. Nature image taken from an optional excursion during our Grizzly Bear photo workshop.

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Mystical Landscape PhotographyLandscape photography of a gentle waterfall and scenic peak. The juxtaposition of descending water and projecting rock, all with an overcast sky, cast a mystical glare in this image. Stock image from Iceland Photography Workshop.

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Ruins In Resurrection Bay Of Seward AlaskaAs the 20' tide of Resurrection Bay in Seward, Alaska retreats, it shows many of the ruins left by the 1964 earthquake which was the largest in US history.

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Scenic Photo Of Walkers Haute Route With Hut And MountainsA small hut sits on a hill in front of jagged snow covered mountains on the Walkers Haute Route, a scenic and demanding trek from Chamonix, France to Zermatt, Switzerland.

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Sunrise On Cathedral Peaks Haines AlaskaDuring the fall, the days grow shorter in Haines, Alaska, but the sunrise still provides beautiful light on the peaks surrounding this quaint Alaskan town. Here Cathedral Peak glows brilliantly over the Chilkat River.

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Sunrise Over The Alaskan Coastal RangeA glorious sunrise, photographed near Haines, Alaska. The sky over the Coast Mountains turns a fiery mix of colors every morning.

These mountains are part of an unbroken chain along the northern Pacific coast. They run from Alaska through the Yukon and British Columbia, all the way down to the border with Washington State.

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Sunrise Over Mt. Sneffels ColoradoSunrise over Mt. Sneffels - This year I was able to spend a couple of days photographing the fall colors of Colorado. I was treated to a beautiful sunrise on the 14,150 foot mountain peak of Mount Sneffels. I'm already looking forward to next years trip.

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Bald Eagle At Sunrise Along Chilkat RiverA Bald Eagle sits adjacent to the Chilkat river in Haines, Alaska as the sunrises, and the ice flows along the river.

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Denali Or Mount McKinley Mountain With ReflectionIt is rare that Denali is out for viewing as only 30% of visitors to Denali National Park see the mountain. After many attempts, I was fortunate enough to not only see it on a clear day, but to capture a perfect refection of the "Great One" as the sun painted it orange. The reflection pond near the end of the park road serves as a perfect location to capture not one but two images of the magnificent peak.

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Rail Fence And Mount SneffelsJust outside the small town of Ridgeway Colorado, Mount Sneffels peaks above the fall colored trees. Mt. Sneffels is Colorado's 27th highest peak at 14,150 feet.

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Scenic Photo Of Stars And MountainsideStarry night - Stars illuminate the sky over snow-capped mountain peaks towering above the fertile waters and lush valleys near Haines, Alaska. The landscape image captures the true beauty of the Alaskan backcountry at night.

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Court Of The Patriarch At Sunrise In ZionLocated in the central area of Zion National Park in Utah, the Court of the Patriarchs is a perfect place to capture the morning sunrise. Named for the three Hebrew prophets, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, the Court of the Patriarchs is one of the most visible and recognized feature of the park.

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Klehini River Valley In AlaskaPhotograph of the Klehini River valley near Haines, Alaska, a great spot to see Bald Eagles from a raft. Evergreen forests in the foreground, snowcapped mountains in the background.

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Middle Fork Koyukuk River Long ExposureThis long-exposure shot highlights the motion of the Koyukuk River, which runs fast when it’s not frozen over.

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Old Cabin With Mountains In The WindowOne of our favorite hikes in the central mountains of Colorado is the Mayflower Gulch Trail just north of Leadville, Colorado. Its a gentle climb that starts just off Highway 91 and winds about 2 miles back into the abandoned Old Boston Mine. At an altitude of almost 11,000 feet, the air is thin, but the views are spectacular. Here we are inside one of the old cabins and looking towards beautiful Fletcher mountain in the Tenmile Range of the White River National Forest.

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Full Harvest Moon Over Haines AlaskaA beautiful harvest moon rises over the bay of Haines, Alaska. The northern position of Haines makes the moon rise very low on the horizon allowing us to capture the silhouettes of the peaks.

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Lunar Eclipse Over The Colorado MountainsA lunar eclipse taken on December 10, 2011 combining images taken every 6 minutes in Colorado. Just outside of Denver Colorado.

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Mormon Row Of The Grand Teton National ParkNorthwestern Wyoming is the home of the beautiful Grand Teton National Park which was established in 1950. The barns of Mormon Row are some of the most photographed in the world. Settled in the late 1880's, these barns are an iconic link to the settling of the west by early American settlers around Jackson Hole.

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Sprit Island In Jasper National Park CanadaA hidden gem of Canada's Jasper National Park, Spirit Island is tucked away deep in Maligne Lake. The vibrant colors of the lake are created by the glacial silt flowing from the many surrounding glaciers. Maligne Lake was formed by glacial retreat and offers a majestic setting to canoe and kayak.

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The Fall Colors Of Haines AlaskaA beautiful fall morning overlooking Fort Seward and Portage Cove in Haines, Alaska. Although its only October, the snows have already started in the surrounding mountains of this seaside port. Beautiful fall colors still remain in the trees in the town.

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Yukon Canadas Emerald LakeWhile exploring the South Klondike Highway, we explored the beautiful Emerald Lake just to the south of Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada and north of Skagway, Alaska. The brilliant green of the water is a result of calcium carbonate leaching from the limestone gravels of the valley. This shallow lake was formed like most lakes in the north by glacial retreat.

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Zermatts Iconic MatterhornThe Matterhorn is the iconic symbol of Swiss mountaineering. After finishing the Walkers Haute Route, we extended our stay in Zermatt, Switzerland, to have a chance to photography this beautiful peak. We waited and waiting and sure enough the weather cleared for only about an hour for us to see the full peak in all its glory.

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Alaskan Icy RiverA cold morning produces ice flowing down the chilly waters of an Alaskan river.

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Blonde Bear Witrh MountainsA blonde bear walks in the tidal flats with snow capped mountains in the background. Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, Alaska.

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Colorado Cabin With Wilson MountainAn old Colorado homestead during the vibrant fall colors with Mount Wilson in the background.

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Fall Colors From The Million Dollar HighwayIn this majestic picture of the Colorado high country, the aspen trees have their fall colors on full display. While the conifers retain their dark greens, the snowy white peaks of the San Juan mountains rise in the background. This amazing nature image was taken near Ridgway, Colorado.

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Grizzly Bear Family Clamming In Alaskan BackcountrySeen here is a grizzly bear family clamming along the tidal flats of Lake Clark. The evergreen forest is in the background with a grassy mountain jutting out. Nature image from Alaskan photo tour.

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Maroon Bells Of Aspen ColoradoThe scenic postcard of Colorado! Spectacular Maroon Bells located just outside of Aspen, Colorado, is a magical place during a fall sunrise. The North and South Maroon Bell peaks in the Elk Mountains are one of the most photographed locations in the central mountains. Both peaks are called "fourteeners" as they are over 14,000 feet in elevation. Constructed of mudstone, they give the peaks their distinctive maroon color.

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Colorful Fall Landscape In ColoradoChanging leaves on trees create a vibrant display of fall colors in the Uncompaghre Valley. The wilderness just outside Ridway, Colorado is surrounded by the Cimarrons and San Juans, some of the most photographed mountains in the world.

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Fall Colors And Historic MineHigh atop Red Mountain Pass in Colorado, the remains of the mining industry are scattered throughout the landscape.

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