These are Tupelo trees knee deep in the swamp of Cypress Creek National Wildlife Refuge. You'll find this totally cool place to visit in southernmost Illinois. I found it on my way back from a trip to the UP in Michigan. You should make a point to visit this area. You'll swear you're in the swamps of the Louisiana Bayous. We had sunshine today for a pleasant change. Have a wonderful weekend. ENJOY!
Several years ago I made my way home from a week long trip to the Upper Peninsula in Michigan via southern Illinois. Just as I arrived at Mermet Lake the sun was setting. I decided to take a quick photo. Mermet is in the area of the Cache River System in southern Illinois. Nearby is Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge, a terrific area to view swamps comparable to the swamps of the Louisiana Bayou Country.