Tag: geology
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Cheoah River Dam
Here’s another photograph of the Cheoah River Dam, located in Robbinsville, North Carolina. It was constructed between 1916-1919, stands 225-feet tall, and, in 1993, was used as a filming location for the movie, The Fugitive (starring Harrison Ford). Today, it can be enjoyed on a variety of fine prints and other gift items, available in […]
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Distant Waterfall
Here is another photograph of the scenic Conasauga Falls, located near Tellico Plains, Tennessee. With the water low, I was able to make my way downstream to capture this distant view. I was on site early in the morning, so there were no other people present during my visit. You can visit these galleries to […]
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Conasauga Falls
Conasauga Falls stand approx. 30-feet tall and is located near Tellico Plains, Tennessee, within the Cherokee National Forest. The park road is three miles long and unimproved. In fact, since my first visit in 2019, it has noticeably deteriorated. Without repair, it may soon be restricted to 4-wheel drive vehicles. The trail is generally well-groomed […]
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Spruce Flats Falls
After sitting a spell to enjoy a peaceful setting at the base of Spruce Flats Falls, I decided to hike downstream to see what I could find. During summer months, the water is generally lower than otherwise, allowing one to more easily traverse the rock-lined waterway of Spruce Flats Branch. Nevertheless, there are several areas […]
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Spruce Flats Falls
Standing 30-feet tall, Spruce Flats Falls can be enjoyed on a moderately difficult two mile out and back hike in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. And, you can enjoy this waterfall scenery in your home on a print, as well, when you visit any of the following galleries: Pixels, Society 6 and ArtPal. Here’s another […]
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Keep On Moving
This morning photograph was taken along Crooked Fork Creek near Wartburg, Tennessee, featuring the picturesque Lower Potter’s Falls. Many fine prints and more are available in the following galleries… Pixels Redbubble ArtPal Song for Today Hot Fun in the Summertime – by Sly & The Family Stone / 1969
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Ozone Falls
This photograph features a view of the trail down into the gorge at Ozone Falls. At 110-feet, it’s the third tallest waterfall in Tennessee, located in Crab Orchard on the Cumberland Plateau. You can enjoy prints and more by visiting my galleries at Pixels and/or ArtPal. Makes a great gift idea, also.
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Crooked Fork Creek
Located on the Cumberland Plateau near Wartburg, Tennessee, Crooked Fork Creek is a tributary to Emory River – as seen here, photographed during a period of low water. These scenic photographs with angled terrace, rocks and reflections are available on a variety of prints in my gallery at Pixels…
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Potter’s Falls
Style: Photography Genre: Landscape Software: Affinity Photo Shops: Pixels, ArtPal, Society 6, Redbubble I shot this photograph soon after sunrise this morning at Upper Potter’s Falls. It’s located on the Cumberland Plateau along Crooked Fork Creek, a short distance from Wartburg, Tennessee. You can visit my galleries for a broad selection of great prints and more. […]
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Cave Behind Waterfall
This cave is located at the Virgin Falls State Park, in Sparta, Tennessee, immediately behind Big Laurel Falls. As photographed, the water drains back into the cave and underground. If you’d be interested in a beautiful accent piece for a wall in your home, then do stop by my galleries to find something special → […]
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Shots from the Trail
You can see fine prints and other items available in the following galleries: Big Laurel Falls – Pixels, ArtPal Smoky Mountains Sunrise – Pixels, ArtPal Upper Lynn Camp Falls – Pixels, ArtPal
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Cascades on Lynn Camp Prong
This photograph was taken while hiking along the Middle Prong Trail, located in the Tremont section of the Smoky Mountains in Tennessee, and features beautiful cascades on Lynn Camp Prong. You can see many fine prints (and more) when you visit the following galleries: Pixels Redbubble ArtPal Print types include framed, canvas, wood, acrylic, metal, […]
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Cheoah Dam
Completed in 1919 and standing 225-feet tall, this black and white photograph of the historic Cheoah Dam was taken in Robbinsville, North Carolina. You can find many fine prints and more when you visit the following galleries: Pixels Redbubble ArtPal Trivia: this dam was included in the 1993 movie, The Fugitive (Harrison Ford). Thanks for […]
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Shots from the Trail
This photograph was taken roadside in Robbinsville, North Carolina, along the Cheoah River, and features white water rapids. Prints and more are available in my galleries at Pixels and ArtPal. Despite low water levels in Big Laurel Creek, it was easy to locate some scenic areas among the boulders to photograph. Prints and more are […]
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Big Laurel Falls
I shot this photograph of Big Laurel Falls using my zoom lens from the other side of a large cave. Located in the Virgin Falls State Park, near Sparta, Tennessee, the waterfall stands 40-feet tall. You can enjoy fine prints and more when you visit any of the following galleries: Pixels Redbubble ArtPal Thanks for […]
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Forest Boulders and Creek
Located at the Virgin Falls State Park of Tennessee, this photograph features Big Laurel Creek with a low water level. See more: Pixels, ArtPal, Redbubble.
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Middle Prong Trail
These morning photographs were taken on Lynn Camp Prong, located along the Middle Prong Trail in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. To see more, you can visit my galleries at Pixels and/or ArtPal. Thanks for stopping by!
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Explore Black Mountain
Located along the Cumberland Trail in Crab Orchard, Tennessee, Black Mountain provides expansive views eastward from several large capstone overlooks. It’s also an area rich with adventure for those wandering off of the beaten trail, as seen here. Indeed, there are many interesting areas throughout the forest to discover and enjoy. Fine prints available. Thanks!
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Big Laurel Creek
Despite low water levels at Big Laurel Creek during my recent visit, and, given that the creek exhibits periodic subterranean detours through a network of caverns before reemerging, there were nevertheless a few areas where I observed deep pools of crystal-clear water…case in point. If you might be interested in a fine print, or other […]
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Big Laurel Falls
Yesterday, my alarm clock sounded at 3:30 a.m. and I headed to the kitchen to make coffee. After a few cups at my computer, I used the restroom and was on the road within the hour, headed to the Virgin Falls State Natural Area in White County, Tennessee. I wanted to visit Big Laurel Falls, […]
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