Central Appalachian Dry-Mesic Chestnut Oak - Northern Red Oak Forest – CEGL006057
Central Appalachian chestnut oak - red oak forests are widespread in the mountains, and also occur in isolated patches on north-facing bluffs along Piedmont rivers. This stand fronts the Rappahannock River south of Kellys Ford in Fauquier County. C.F. Phelps State Wildlife Management Area. © DCR-DNH, Gary P. Fleming