A determined tree thrives in an unlikely spot, firmly rooted atop a rugged rock formation along the Big Schloss via Wolf Gap Trail.

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A determined tree thrives in an unlikely spot, firmly rooted atop a rugged rock formation along the Big Schloss via Wolf Gap Trail, marking the boundary between West Virginia and Virginia. This resilient scene portrays nature's ability to flourish in the face of adversity.

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Size: 3888px × 2950px
Location: West Virginia
Photo credit: © Rolf Karlsson / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
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