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2,000 Miles and 2 Weeks: My Epic Photography Road Trip to Canada Starts Soon

My wife and I are about to begin a 2,000-mile, 2-week photography road trip from North Carolina to Montreal. Along the way we’ll capture iconic sights like Niagara Falls and the Toronto skyline, plus hidden gems from West Virginia’s canyons to Montreal’s cobblestone streets. Follow along for real-time updates, detailed location guides, and behind-the-lens photography stories.

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A Late Winter Morning at Great Sand Dunes National Park

A sunrise hike in single-digit temps, elk on the plains, and towering dunes backed by the Sangre de Cristo Mountains—Great Sand Dunes National Park is unlike any other. My visit in early March was cold, remote, and unforgettable.

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The Sculpted Silence of Red Rock Canyon

A journey through Red Rock Canyon reveals a sculpted desert of vibrant cliffs, quiet trails, and golden light. Come explore a photographer’s perspective of this stunning Nevada treasure.

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A Burst of Color in the Desert: Visiting Seven Magic Mountains

Just outside the bustle of Las Vegas, vivid towers of stacked boulders rise from the quiet desert. In this shot, the full lineup of Seven Magic Mountains stands boldly against a backdrop of soft mountains and moody skies—where color and landscape collide in the most unexpected harmony.

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