Allan had promised a grand car and hiking tour of the park and a wonderful one it was. While the Great Chill of winter 2014 had also hit the Park with some serious snow and lots of rain, it didn't detract from our visit. The creeks were all flooding and as Allan said, he had "never seen the waterfalls in the Park so spectacular." Come on along for a visit.....
Mrs. T (Barb) and Allan did most of the photography and as you can tell by the attire it was a tad chilly and misting....
Barb and Diane at an ice wall. 
The millstream. 
I have to admit we saw so many waterfalls that day, I lost track of their names but one thing is for sure, it was a truly fun day and all due to the grace and hospitality of a couple of Tennessee Volunteers, our friends Diane and Allan. Thanks from the Troutbirders....:)
There's just nothing like spending quality time with old friends and/or new friends. You saw some spectacular scenery and waterfalls, even if it "was" rainy!
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ReplyDeleteBeautiful country - are these in the Great Smokies? Reminds me of the Ozarks. I'm sure the chill was familiar to you (not as cold as MN though), and it helped to transition you both back from Florida to Minnesota.
ReplyDeleteWow! I also love the ice on the mill, and all the pictures took me there right along with you. Thanks for the great tour. :-)
ReplyDeleteThe Smokies are our home away from home. We usually go about twice a year, in the spring and fall. We've never been there at this time of year, but it looks like the waterfalls would be worth the chill.
ReplyDeleteA lovely park, I was there in 09.I recognized some of the areas. I laughed at how many Maryvile towns I have been in. Must be one in many states.
ReplyDeleteHow nice to have local tour guides. Love the full flowing streams and waterfalls. Good timing.
ReplyDeleteWow! Beautiful sights. Thanks for sharing them with us.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous park! The frozen waterfall is transfixing. I also liked your new banner photo, capturing winter.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a time very well spent.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photographs. I've never seen ice on the mill. And the weather was still far better than what you left in Minnesota.
ReplyDeleteI have never seen that area, but it looks like a great place to visit. How lucky are you that you got a private tour! I enjoyed all the photos.
ReplyDeleteIt is bone chilling cold here today.
I hope you and Lily are getting along okay:)
That is some fast moving water! Great shots!
ReplyDeleteCurious how you keep your camera dry in misty conditions?
wow, that water is really rushing!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a fun trip. The waterfalls are beautiful. Thank you for sharing. It looks a bit warmer there than in South Dakota, but not much warmer.
ReplyDeleteToo often our parks are overlooked in these conditions. there's still beauty there as the scene changes though out the year.
ReplyDeletethat ice looks cold but it makes for some wonderful photographs!
ReplyDeleteI don't think I could have stood the cold... it made me shiver just looking at the snow and ice. However meeting friends must have given you a warm glow.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great stop on your way home! How very special to make new friends and it's nice to see something positive out of such a winter...all that water!
ReplyDeleteWOW!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the beauty!
How old is that mill? I've seen similar back east, grinding flour mostly. Nice creek and waterfall.
ReplyDeleteHow old is that mill? I've seen similar back east, grinding flour mostly. Nice creek and waterfall.
ReplyDeleteCold weather, warm friendship -- nice combination -- barbara
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful trip! And how fortuitous you met such gracious people with whom you could tour! I cannot imagine how cold that water must be!! Looks like the beginnings of a great friendship. :-)
ReplyDeletethanks for your visit and comment. I can hear the rush of the water, and now I feel like a cup of hot tea!
ReplyDeleteThe Smoky Mountains is such a beautiful park. Glad you received a personal tour!
ReplyDeleteSo many pretty waterfalls you saw!
ReplyDeleteLovely.
Hope you are keeping warm my friend!
xo Catherine
I once watched a photo tutorial featuring, in part, that mill.
ReplyDeleteHi, We are home from a wonderful trip to Arkansas with friends. Photos tomorrow!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHope you have had a great week. So glad you enjoyed seeing more of OUR area. We love the Smokies especially in winter when the creeks/streams are really flowing... SO glad you got to visit your friends and this wonderful area. Why don't you move here?????
Hugs,
Betsy