Tree roots

Tree roots sometimes form patterns.

This one just looks like a dinosaur dig to me.

This one looks like someone started to braid them together.

And of course, "X" marks the spot...

 

Gnarly

This crepe myrtle had a lot of exposed roots.

 

Twisted roots

Tree roots on the bank beside Falls Lake.

Roots

There are running clubs that meet in Umstead State Park and run the trails.  What I noticed in walking a trail is that there are a LOT of tree roots.  It could make for uncomfortable trips and ankle twists, but they are beautiful.

This one even has a heart.

Tree root

Even the tree roots are interesting at the JC Raulston Arboretum.  This one was on the path, and I think it was worn away by many people walking on it.