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CampsG OP t1_iyr4nq5 wrote

I started hiking up with the intent to photograph sunset from a nearby grassy summit, but as I toiled upward and the clouds built I realized the light was not going to wait for me. I threw down my pack and got my camera gear out to make the most of the views from a clearing just above the treeline, trying to use the close glowing larches to my advantage. The light did not last long, and this is the only panorama I managed to capture before the night went dull and lifeless. The good news was that after the light left I didn't need to climb fast any more, so I got to enjoy a leisurely rest of the hike.

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MagicPeacockSpider t1_iyrd2aa wrote

The other good news is you've found a beautiful vista as a consequence.

Plenty of people will shoot the sunset from the summit. It's almost too obvious.

You've taken a worthy photo of your hike and one that's more unique.

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CampsG OP t1_iyrdo5k wrote

That's a good way of looking at it, thanks!

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motofroyo t1_iyt0uo6 wrote

Mind if I ask what time of year this was? I was going to plan a trip there for November but I read a bunch saying it was too late in the season.

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danirijeka t1_iyuostt wrote

It can be not too late like this year, but it's risky - it often rains in November and it's nowhere near warm enough to put on a mac and hike anyway, and if you can't hike there's comparatively little to do, especially up in the valleys. November is a transition month between summer season and winter season, so a lot of restaurants, hotels and such will be closed.

However, Christmas markets open earlier every year and so you do have something to do in late November.

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Ionisation t1_iyvlpdh wrote

> it's nowhere near warm enough to put on a mac and hike anyway

Baffled by this comment lol. Of course you can just bring suitable clothes...

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danirijeka t1_iyvpo4p wrote

It's not going to be an enjoyable hike, at any rate.

I wouldn't spend money (I wouldn't do it for free, either, even if it's literally outside the house) to hike through foggy woods and slippery meadows and get possibly lost in the process, but you do you, I guess?

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Ionisation t1_iyvt7m5 wrote

Idk, winter hikes are probably my favourite. I've climbed mountains in -50 in the Arctic, although on second thoughts I might be a bit nuts, yes

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danirijeka t1_iyvvucx wrote

You're not wrong, winter hikes here are great! They're a lot better than late autumn outings - it's a lot drier and there's little chance of rain. Late autumn hikes tend to leave one very soggy.

But hey, dedicated hikers will find something to like in the late autumn muddy slogs too, I guess. :D

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CampsG OP t1_iyvvzou wrote

This was late October, which was a bit early for some of the fall colors lower down, so I would say early November would work.

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Salty_kernel t1_iyrsx4y wrote

Me as a r/g color blind person- "oh I bet those trees are red huh"

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Peregrine7 t1_iyujmf2 wrote

They're surprisingly not very red! You're probably seeing this one fairly accurately.

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egonzo61 t1_iysdo1q wrote

Very nice. I visited the Dolomites. I always thought pictures never did them justice, but yours comes close. Thanks for sharing.

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Memory_Less t1_iyrx0f6 wrote

It’s very beautiful. Maybe even more unique than your original plan. Glad you didn’t try an push yourself to summit and potentially seriously injury yourself, or worse.

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gobok t1_iyrfj0r wrote

Is this near Corvara?

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akd7791 t1_iys0pu7 wrote

Wow this is breathtaking!

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MaciekRay t1_iysdnbk wrote

Nice photo. Really cool colors and sharpness. Very cool. I onow i am nobody. I never comment. But this photo i delicious. Keep up the good hike and photography. You are good at both.

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mwerneburg t1_iysz2yz wrote

I don't think I've ever seen such a rich golden color in real life. Quite photo, your framing is superb.

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jkeegan123 t1_iytepbt wrote

Gondor calls for aid! And Rohan will answer!

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Tom1380 t1_iytkee4 wrote

🇮🇹♥️

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brezhnervous t1_iytpv7g wrote

Imagine living in a country where that is considered a consolation prize lol

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jimmyhoffa_141 t1_iytthhz wrote

Some of my ancestors are from Northeastern Italy. Every time I see pictures of the Dolomites I feel like I should go learn more about that part of my family's history and explore the area.

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crappuccino t1_iyu19hl wrote

Often find some of my best photos after the plan goes to shit.

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mike_cool t1_iyus8xw wrote

Wow that is an insanely beautiful picture

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Junglos t1_iyv2ua4 wrote

This picture turn into very beautiful wallpaper Wallpaper

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4AJR t1_iyv7d6o wrote

Beautiful!

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