The Great Smoky Mountains first captured my heart almost 25 years ago. That's when I first met hubby Geo, and we ventured through their glorious beauty on a motorcycle trip to the Honda Hoot in Asheville, NC.
We always look forward to spending some time in these stunning mountains when we're in the area.
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Driving into the park's Chimney Picnic area.
Fun Fact:
It's never above 80 degrees in
the Smoky Mountains National park.
Ooo-La-La!
I love that!
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Streams are abundant here to say the least!
According to the blog,
there are 2900 miles of streams
zig zagging through the park.
For all you fishing folks,
fishing is allowed in ALL the streams.
The website also informs us that:
"About 20% of the streams are large enough to support trout populations. Other angling experiences range from remote head water trout streams to large coolwater smallmouth bass streams."
You might want to give it
a whirl if you're an angler!
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I always love an upshot!
Grab your sunglasses and take a
gander at that radiant sun peeking
through those tall treetops.
A lovely blue sky and cotton ball clouds!
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We also drove up to Clingman's Dome.
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| The road along the way! |
At 6,643 feet, Clingman's Dome is the
highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains.
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| There's quite an abundant view of the Smokies looking straight out from the parking lot. |
Another direction.
And another direction!
Last year, we hiked up to the observation tower
which is behind where these pics were taken.
No hiking this year though!
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Chewy & Elmer on a rock
by the shallow stream.
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| I learned how to get a good pic of the dogs when distractions abound. Just ask them if they want a treat! Click! 😊 Smiles, D~~~~ |
