Highest elevation is at Richland Balsam Overlook, which was mobbed with cars and motorcycles. Elevation was 6053, at Mile marker 431.4
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North facing cliff face. Don't miss the two people at the base of the cliff. Blue Ridge Parkway, near it's highest elevation. (This was the second wall of ice we saw, so I'll post the other one in a few days!)
Helen bravely pulled off on the grassy shoulder of the road, and this was the view from that side.
Looking north toward Canton, or maybe Waynesville...but that tiny lake isn't Lake Juneleska. Somewhere in that direction is Cold Mountain.
Those views! And the ice on that cliff face....a reminder of coming winter
ReplyDeleteWe were comfortable in the sun with shirt sleeves (no coats). But had to wear coats if there was a wind from the north! Oh yes!
DeleteWe have been over this one in NZ....mostly gravel road too...and stunning!!! https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danseys_Pass
DeleteBeautiful views. It must be very cold at night for the ice to be on the cliff. Great photos. Take care, enjoy your day!
ReplyDeleteYes, these days at that elevation it is certainly below freezing each night.
Delete...6053' is higher that the highest peak in New York State.
ReplyDeleteBut it's still less than our highest peak, Mt. Mitchell at 6694 feet.
DeleteIt is so beautiful there. Your photos make me want to take trip through these mountains. I love your new header!
ReplyDeleteWell, this is a first, my reply disappeared. I think what I said was it would be great to have you visit these mountains. This is their best time of year, I think.
DeleteSpectacular views!
ReplyDeleteTHey sure are!
DeleteI love finding what ice does on rock faces.
ReplyDeleteIt's surprising how much water seeps through the mountains.
DeleteMy goodness, ice already. What great views, though. I didn't realize NC had such high elevations.
ReplyDeleteThese are the end of the Appalachian chain, with the Smoky Mountain Park also nearby in Tennessee.
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ReplyDeleteThe ice is a reminder of what's coming but now it's time to enjoy the beautiful views and weather.
Yes indeed. My plants are again uncovered on the front porch, and it's due to rain! But I see more frosts coming along. This was a beautiful day.
DeleteI have to admit that your views are loftier than mine.
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