Metcalfe Bottoms in GSMNP

I go to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park fairly often. I don't remember ever turning into the picnic area of Metcalfe Bottoms.

I was in for a nice surprise, and have several post to share.

These four were taken across the water from the parking lot.

The last 2 were from the same spot.

Fall Colors at Cumberland Mtn State Park

I took these photographs at Cumberland Mountain State Park close to Crossville, Tennessee.

They were taken one week ago. The color was at it's peak in the valley, but up on the mountain the colors had already passed their peak.

I moved to the other side of the water and found this sign.

And then made a photograph of the bridge from this side.