The leaves are still falling in the Smokies

Even though it is weeks past prime color, there are lots of leaves still on the trees, especially in the low areas of the Smokies. There are more unique tree species in the Smokies than in all of Europe, so I'm amazed by the variety leaves, especially the large leaves that look like they're from Oaks and Maples but I'm not certain if that is correct. With bad weather approaching I took the opportunity to go for a ride near Gatlinburg on what ended up the best day so far for warm weather. How ever, even if the weather had not been so good, it is always a good day when I get to go horse back riding in a national park.