The color along the road to Rock Creek Lake (stop 15 on the map) is at peak now. There are many access points via closed campgrounds and other parking areas. Best light is before noon. This photo was made on September 27, 2012 with a Canon 5D MkIII camera using a Canon 24-105mm zoom set to 40mm. The exposure was 1/250 sec. at f/11 using ISO 800 with Polarizing filter. For more information on lighting, exposure and filters, check our Tips and Techniques section. 035