Georgia, the southernmost of America’s original 13 colonies, is now home to more than 10.5 million residents. Its landscape ranges from Appalachian Mountain vistas in the north to moss-covered maritime forests along the southeastern coast. Gathered here, a few glimpses into the lush, often historic features of Georgia, and some of the animals and people that call it home.

This photo story is part of Fifty, a collection of images from each of the United States.