Went exploring in NC, found this gem. #waterfalls #nc #hiking #longexposure #appalachianwaterfalls #hikinglife
Lower Cole Run Falls in Forbes State Forest photographed on Monday, January 8, 2024 📷@evanrsanders... #appalachianwaterfalls #colerunfalls #winter #waterfalls #waterfallsfordays #pennsylvania #nikon #forbesstateforest
Today’s #waterfallwednesday is a throwback to the greener days of summer. We loved stopping at this beautiful and unique roadside waterfall. It’s only 15 minutes from Covington, VA and is definitely worth the short drive. We also loved visiting nearby Dan Ingalls Overlook, even if we were in a rain cloud at the summit.
* Wild and Wonderful West Virginia. * #fallcolors🍁🍂 #fall🍁 #greatsmokymountains #leafpeeping #leafpeeper #leafpeepers #WildAndWonderful #WildAndWonderfulWV #WildAndWonderfulWestVirginia #BlackwaterFalls #BlackwaterFallsStatePark #BlackwaterFallsWV @wvstateparks #wvstateparks #WestVirginiaTravel #TravelWestVirginia #AppalachianMountains #AppalachianWaterfalls #AmericaTheBeautiful #FromSeaToShiningSea #ForSpaciousSkies #TravelPhoto #TravelPhotos #FreshAir #BeautifulPlaceToVisit #Wanderlust #RoamThePlanet #CarpeDiem
* What a difference a year makes. Blackwater Falls, on 10/13/23, where Mother Nature has only just begun to apply the colors from her Autumnal palette. * #fallcolors🍁🍂 #fall🍁 #greatsmokymountains #leafpeeping #leafpeeper #leafpeepers #WildAndWonderful #WildAndWonderfulWV #WildAndWonderfulWestVirginia #BlackwaterFalls #BlackwaterFallsStatePark #BlackwaterFallsWV @wvstateparks #wvstateparks #Waterfalls #WaterfallPhotography #WaterfallsOfWestVirginia #WestVirginiaTravel #TravelWestVirginia #AppalachianMountains #AppalachianWaterfalls #AmericaTheBeautiful #FromSeaToShiningSea #ForSpaciousSkies #TravelPhoto #TravelPhotos #FreshAir #BeautifulPlaceToVisit #Wanderlust #RoamThePlanet #CarpeDiem
#chasingwaterfalls #nantahalanationalforest #appalachianwaterfalls #explorenorthcarolina
Rodney stands by Upper Little Lost Cove Falls after the steep descent from the trail. #littlelostcove #pisgah #pisgahnationalforest #nationalforest #wilsoncreek #ncwaterfalls #explorenc #appalachianwaterfalls #chasingwaterfalls #waterfallhunting #huntingwaterfalls #waterfallchaser #waterfallchallenge #waterfallsofnc #828isgreat #linville
Not huge but pretty! Druggers Creek Falls in Linville Falls Park #appalachiantrail #appalachian #appalachianmountains #appalachianwaterfalls #druggerscreek #druggerscreekfalls #longshutter #longshutterspeed #longshutterspeedphotography #usatravel #usatravels #usa2023 #georgia #visitusaparks #linneville #linville #linville #linville #linville #usa
Looking Glass Falls . . . . #appalachianwaterfalls #pisgahnationalforest #blueridgeparkway #chasingwaterfalls #appalachianmountains #ncmountains
This stunning waterfall is located near Helen, GA The length of this trail is around 1 Mike round trip and is considered an easy hike This stunning photo was captured by @atypicaldrifter ▪︎▪︎▪︎ #exploregeorgia #gastateparks #thepeachstate #onlyingeorgia #helenwaterfalls #upperchattahoochee #appalachiantrail #appalachianwaterfalls #georgia #georgianature #georgiawaterfalls #georgiahikers #georgiatrails #georgiaphotographer #georgiastateparks #optoutside #southernnature #southernwaterfalls #southernmountains #southernhikers #southerndestinations #exploreusa #visitgeorgia #travelgeorgia #discovergeorgia #hikinggeorgia #northgeorgiawaterfalls #northgeorgiatrails #northgeorgiamountains #usanaturephotography
We had a blast yesterday at the Carolina Mountain Club's Centennial Celebration yesterday at the North Carolina Arboretum! CMC had an army of amazing volunteers who hit it out of the park in every way and the Arboretum was a stunning setting as always. We were thrilled at the massive turnout and all the wonderful people who stopped by our booth to learn how they could help preserve and protect our beautiful waterfalls. And all those new Junior Keepers we signed up - wow! Special thanks to our Waterfall Keepers team (L to R): Lorna Ravinski, Rich Stevenson, Steve Matadobra, Tom Kopp, Diane Rivers, Allison Rivers (behind the camera), and Saffie the Dog, our mascot for the day. #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallkeepersofnc #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #waterfallhealing #waterfallhealing #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
Explore this unmarked waterfall along the Blue Ridge Parkway, NC. 📌 Save The Details 📍Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina 🌊 I’m not going to give away the exact location but you can find this waterfall like I did using All Trails, Youtube and with the help of my outdoors community on here. ⚠️ Know Before You Go: This trail is CLOSED, there is no parking lot and you have to park at an overlook and hike 1 mile uphill. Once you find the trail head it’s half a mile down a steep unmarked trail. Bring climbing rope with you because the rope left at the site now might not be there when you go. You do have to scramble up/down rocks and loose sediment. It’s possible without rope, but this isn’t a trail easily explored for beginners. 🤩 If you do find this waterfall, make the trip and climb to the bottom you will be rewarded with a stunning view and more then likely an isolated waterfall experience unlike the majority of the parkway. Photographed on my @canonusa #1dkmkii with my @sigmaphoto 11-24mm at 1.3 seconds, with a three shot bracket and three shot focus stack. Do you think you could handle the hike to this waterfall? Follow @livli.productions for more outdoor content #onlyinnorthcarolina #carolinacollectives #discover_carolinas #828isgreat #blueridgeoutdoors #blueridgemountains #blueridgeparkway #hikingbangers #folkscenery #the_folknature #eastcoastcreatives #bestoftheusa_nature #blueridgemoments #appalachian_explorers #raw_usa #raw_southeastusa #southernstatesco #visitthesouth #viewsofthesouth #raw_waterfalls #bestoftheusa_water #raw_longexposure #bestoftheusa_longexposure #waterfallscollective #discoverthecarolinas #englishfalls #appalachianwaterfalls
Nostalgia • #appalachiantrail #appalachianwaterfalls #hikingusa
Too beautiful for words. These small breaks on the Appalachian trail are a delight. • #appalachiantrail #appalachianmountains #appalachianwaterfalls #appalachiantrail2023 #appalachiantrials #appalachianadventure #hikingtrail #hikinglife
#describethepicture Lush, green, flowing, rushing, dense, mossy, stormy, and wild 😁 #henrygatesphotography 🌳 💧 ⛈️ 🌱 🍃 🌿
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The first waterfall I ever captured on camera, back when I was first experimenting with long exposures #circajune2016
When day hiking in the North Georgia woods, you're bound to find a waterfall! Cloudland Canyon West Rim trail down to the waterfalls was pretty steep, but definitely worth it. #hikinggeorgia #hikinggeorgiatrails #dayhiking #hikinglife #hikingappalachia #waterfalls #waterfallhike #appalachianwaterfalls
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Waterfalls. Mountains . Mushrooms. #theusual #appalachianmountains #appalachianwaterfalls #appalachianmushrooms
It seems like so long ago since I last walked through the lush forests of the Appalachians. It reminds me so much of my childhood scouting in the woods with my friends. Living in the dry, rugged west for so long, now I can't help but see this place differently. Every inch teeming with life and water, these mountains are a land of plenty. Almost Heaven #appalachian #appalachianmountains #appalachia #westvirginia #almostheaven #blueridgemountains #appalachianwaterfalls #waterfall #westvirginiaphotography #harpersferry #blackwaterfalls #northcarolina #virginia #appalachianlife #countryroads
Waterfalls of the Smokies! #greatsmokymountains #greatsmokymountainsnationalpark #appalachianmountains #appalachian #appalachia #waterfall #appalachianwaterfalls #smokymountains #smokymountainwaterfalls #rainbowfalls
Things are already getting busier and more crowded out there at the waterfalls. It’s great to see so many people enjoying these natural wonders, but please remember, accidents occur because people don’t fully realize the hazards. Please read and FOLLOW these safety practices. Safety is not just something you read about; it’s something you do: https://www.waterfallkeepersofnc.org/looking-out-for-waterfallers/ #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #naturefix #waterfallhealing #wildflowersandwaterfalls #makesafetyapriority #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
Did you know that waterfalls are not only breathtakingly beautiful, but also provide important habitat for many species of plants and animals? Help protect these fragile ecosystems by following guidelines and staying on designated trails. https://www.waterfallkeepersofnc.org/looking-out-for-waterfalls/ #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls # #waterfallconservation #westernNC #preservenature #leavenotrace
When you're just heading out for a day hike to a waterfall, it's easy to assume you'll be back to civilization in just a few hours. But anything can happen and it could take hours to reach help or for help to reach you in an emergency. Always be prepared for the unexpected. Don't start your hike too late in the afternoon, be sure you have a first-aid kit, take enough water (2 liters per person), more food than you think you'll need, a paper map (you may not have a signal for your phone), dry clothes, sturdy shoes . . . and practice leave no trace principles. Remember to pack out whatever pack in. You can find other tips on our website: https://www.waterfallkeepersofnc.org/looking-out-for-waterfallers/ #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #conservingcarolina #earthdayeveryday #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
You know what's even better than a visit to a waterfall? A visit to a waterfall with the peace of mind of knowing you've prepared properly and put safety first. You'll find some helpful tips for safely enjoying our area's beautiful waterfalls on our website: https://www.waterfallkeepersofnc.org/looking-out-for-waterfallers/ #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #dontbethenextvictim #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #conservingcarolina #earthdayeveryday #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls 📸 credit: Rich Stevenson
Are you available? Our next waterfall cleanup is February 25 at Tucker Creek Falls in the Balsam Grove community. This is the site of a recent massive cleanup organized by The Pisgah Conservancy. Our task will be to scour the dense woods along the creek and waterfall and remove the remaining pieces of trash. Cleanup will begin at 10 a.m. and last 2-3 hours. We need volunteers who are willing to scramble on steep banks and clean up trash in rhododendron thickets. If you need more information, contact us at [email protected]. You can sign up here: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/0Plg9oDvfhKC10cDxZYgJw?t=1674913858 #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
North Fork French Broad River On February 6, our friends at The Pisgah Conservancy, Headwaters Outfitters, and USFS are planning to clean up a significant dump site along the French Broad, just downriver from Tucker Creek. The terrain here is flat and generally accessible, and the cleanup will consist of removing trash, appliances, etc. from the site using demo bags and UTV to transport materials, scarifying, seeding and strawing UTV impacted areas, and blocking off access with boulders at project’s end. TPC can accommodate 4-8 additional volunteers. We would love to have some of our Waterfall Keepers come out and give them a hand. If you are interested in helping out, please contact us right away at [email protected]. All the volunteers need to be signed up by Tuesday, 1/31. #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #pisgahconservancy #headwatersoutfitters #USFS #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
Hey folks, we could use a little help! Our quarterly Adopt-A-Highway cleanup along the spectacular “Waterfall Highway” is Saturday, February 18. We need a few more people to come out and lend a hand. We provide everything you need to get the job done and you'll be doing a good thing for the waterfalls and the environment. What a wonderful way to spend a couple hours on a Saturday morning! Sign up for Adopt-A-Highway here: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/k_I27_kNtBDDsgsYUpOaZw?t=1674913813 #adoptahighway #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
Want to know what we're up to in 2023? Follow this link to the winter issue of The Spray newsletter: https://conta.cc/3CZrzD2. You'll get the lowdown on events and volunteer opportunities, new initiatives, volunteers in the spotlight, and enjoy features like personal reflections and testimonials. If you'd like to subscribe to our quarterly e-newsletter, sign up at https://www.waterfallkeepersofnc.org/e-newsletter-signup/ #thespraynewsletter #waterfallkeepersnewsletter #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #appalachianwaterfalls #mentalhealthcommunity #mentalhealth
A little falls along sugar run at Ohiopyle State Park, Pa. Photographed Sunday, January 15, 2023 #appalachianwaterfalls #ohiopylestatepark #waterfalls #longexposure #pennsylvania
When we talk about “Waterfall Healing”, are we talking about waterfalls healing people or people healing waterfalls? It’s actually both! Being in nature is therapeutic for our minds and our bodies and waterfalls magnify that effect. The more we visit and engage fully with waterfalls, the more profound the outcomes. That’s the "waterfalls healing people" side. As we learn to appreciate waterfalls more, we come to care about preserving and protecting them. That’s the "people healing waterfalls" side. Read more on our website: https://www.waterfallkeepersofnc.org/waterfall-healing/ #waterfallhealing #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
Here are a few tips for staying comfortable on your waterfall hike: Bring rain gear and extra clothing for any hike that isn't close to the road. If you accidentally fall in the creek (those rocks are slippery!), you could quickly become hypothermic without dry clothes, even in mild weather. And we all know how quickly mountain weather can change! Throw an extra pair of socks in your pack, too, in case your feet get wet, and an emergency blanket -- your hike back to the trailhead will be much more comfortable and "shiver-free". Plan ahead so you can fully enjoy that waterfall! https://www.waterfallkeepersofnc.org/looking-out-for-waterfallers/ #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #planahead #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #wickedweather #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
Flash flooding can happen as the result of heavy rains, but there are other safety issues that can arise during a downpour you may not think about. That stream you crossed easily on the hike to the waterfall may not be navigable on the way back, leaving you stranded. Landslides are another concern. You should avoid hiking trails along steep slopes during heavy rains when the soil is saturated. https://www.waterfallkeepersofnc.org/looking-out-for-waterfallers/ #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #wickedweather #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
Do you have guests visiting this week for the holidays? If you're thinking about taking them on a hike to a waterfall, make safety your top priority. Dress in layers and a hat, wear sturdy shoes or boots, use hiking poles for extra stability, and don't forget your water. (You can get dehydrated in cold weather, too!) The rocks at the falls will be very slippery, some icy - even if they don't look it - and the water will be shockingly cold. Waterfalls are equally pretty from a distance - don't take unnecessary risks! #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #conservingcarolina #earthdayeveryday #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
Ice waterfall near Hogpen Gap, GA. #appalachianwaterfalls #appalachianmountains #appalachiantrail #georgiaoutdoors #georgiahiking
Many people don't realize that when you're outdoors in the winter, hiking, biking, or kayaking to waterfalls (or just walking along the greenways or in your neighborhood!), you need to stay hydrated just like you do in the warmer seasons. Bring plenty of water and drink before you get thirsty. Don't drink water from streams unless you filter or purify it. Let's all be safe out there! https://www.waterfallkeepersofnc.org/looking-out-for-waterfallers/ #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #conservingcarolina #earthdayeveryday #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls #mentalhealthcommunity #mentalhealth
We get some crazy strong winds in the NC mountains and it's wise to be especially careful when hiking on or after those very windy days. The Eastern hemlock skeletons are just one example of dead trees that can fall at any time. Always be on the lookout for logs or diseased trees that are either still standing or perched precariously against other trees or slopes. On a very windy day, it's best to stay safe indoors and plan that waterfall hike for another day! For other safety tips, go to https://www.waterfallkeepersofnc.org/looking-out-for-waterfallers/ #waterfallsafety #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #conservingcarolina #earthdayeveryday #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
Happy Thanksgiving from Waterfall Keepers of NC! We are grateful for all our hardworking volunteers, our supportive members, our generous donors, and all of you who go the extra mile to keep our beautiful waterfalls - and the trails leading to them - clean and safe! https://www.waterfallkeepersofnc.org/what-we-do/ #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #conservingcarolina #earthdayeveryday #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls #mentalhealthcommunity #mentalhealth 📸: Rich Stevenson
Happy #waterfallwednesday! Blackwater Falls is a beautiful waterfall located near Davis, WV. It’s one of our favorite places to visit when we are in the area and is stunning in all seasons.
U.S. 441 in Smoky Mountain National Park, west of Cherokee, NC and climbing toward New Found Gap. * #fallcolors🍁🍂 #fall🍁 #leafpeeping #leafpeeper #leafpeepers #Waterfalls #WaterfallPhotography #WaterfallsOfNorthCarolina #NorthCarolinaTravel #TravelNorthCarolina #SmokyMountains #GreatSmokyMountains #SmokyMountainNationalPark #AppalachianMountains #AppalachianWaterfalls #AmericaTheBeautiful #FromSeaToShiningSea #ForSpaciousSkies #TravelPhoto #TravelPhotos #FreshAir #BeautifulPlaceToVisit #Wanderlust #RoamThePlanet #CarpeDiem
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Jonathan Run Falls at Ohiopyle State Park, Pa. photographed on Thursday, October 13, 2022. #appalachianwaterfalls #ohiopylestatepark #waterfalls #longexposure #pennsylvania #laurelhighlands
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Two roads diverged in a wood, and I I took the one less traveled. This is the path I’ve chosen for my life. And though it may hurt more than most and get a bit lonely at times, I don’t regret my decisions, I don’t regret my path. This is my low budget musical life (with hints of Jane Austen). I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. 🌳 🌳 🌳 Happy Birthday Grandma (10.03) ❤️ I’m so glad we share this day 😊 🌸 🌼 🌻 🌹 🌺 🪷 🌷 #amicolafalls #lakewinfieldscott #heltoncreekfalls #appalachiantrail #appalachianwaterfalls #happybirthday #chattahoocheenationalforest #robertfrost #lowbudgetmusicallife #janeausten #forrest #waterfall #love #God #solotraveler
Sometimes I don’t go all the way to the intended waterfall. Often an equally pretty plunge is right where most wouldn’t even think to look 😁🌳🍃🍂🍁⛰📸 #henrygatesphotography
Plants blanket North Carolina and it’s impossible to hike in the woods without trampling a few. However, you can be careful to impact them as little as possible. It’s especially important to be careful around waterfalls. That’s because a natural community called the “spray cliff” exists at many falls. Constant moisture from waterfall spray and the general sheltering from sun and wind create a relatively stable environment with a fairly constant year-round temperature. Several plants that grow in this environment are extremely rare, with some known from only a few sites in the world. Many of the rare plants of this environment are bryophytes, including mosses and liverworts. That mossy rock you’re about to step on could be home to one of the rarest plants in the world! It’s best to treat all plants growing near waterfalls with extra care. #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #conservingcarolina #earthdayeveryday #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
People climbing down the bank at this waterfall have dislodged all the soil and vegetation. Remember, waterfalls often occur in steep ravines covered in a thin soil layer. Among the most damaging things you can do at a waterfall is to climb all over the banks and dislodge the soil. Try to stay on the main paths. Photographers in particular should think about this, since they often climb around trying to find the best vantage points. After taking a picture and packing your gear, take a glance back at your shooting spot. Does it look like you’ve been there? #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #blueridgeoutdoors #conservingcarolina #earthdayeveryday #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
The mossy log at this waterfall is a mini ecosystem for plants and animals. If you’re a photographer who likes decluttering your waterfall photos by removing fallen trees and branches, that’s okay if you can do so without harm to yourself or the plants and critters. Please be sure to only remove wood that has recently fallen and doesn’t have moss or other vegetation growing on it. #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #conservingcarolina #earthdayeveryday #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
If you wish to declare your love for someone, tell them or send them flowers. Carving it on a tree or footbridge railing just shows others that you have no respect for the environment or for other visitors. And when your loved one dumps you after figuring out that you aren’t a respectful person, you’re stuck with that reminder forever. We’ve seen graffiti carved into lichen-covered rocks at some waterfalls. It will take decades before the lichens grow back enough to cover it up. #waterfallethics #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #conservingcarolina #earthdayeveryday #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls #cataractophiles #waterfallhealing
Hiking this weekend? Being considerate of others is just as important on the trail as off. Loud music, dogs off leash, smoking, unsupervised children, jumping in front of someone taking a picture, and nudity can diminish the experience for other hikers and waterfallers. When hikers meet on the trail, the party hiking uphill has the right of way. If the trail is not wide enough for everyone to pass easily, the descending party should stop and step aside. Let's be mindful of the impact we are having on others and on nature! #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #conservingcarolina #earthdayeveryday #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls #cataractophiles #waterfallhealing
Here's a reminder for the holiday weekend: Whether you're visiting a waterfall or just taking a short hike in our beautiful mountains, please observe "Leave No Trace" guidelines. If you bring it in, take it out. Think about how you can lessen your impact on nature. Take litter, for example: It creates problems beyond being an eyesore. Fish and birds can choke on cigarette butts (which are not biodegradable), and birds and turtles become entangled in fishing line and plastic. Many animals eat litter, which can kill them or cause severe intestinal problems. Consider bringing a trash bag with you and picking up the litter you find. If you have kids, why not make a game out of it with them? If you'd like other suggestions about how to "leave no trace", visit our website (link in profile) and click "Looking Out for Waterfalls". #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #waterfallsafety #waterfallsarewild #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #blueridgeoutdoors #conservingcarolina #earthdayeveryday #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #waterfallhealing #cataractophiles #joinWKNC #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls #cataractophiles #waterfallhealing
As a member of the Waterfall Keepers of NC, you can play a vital role in protecting NC’s beloved waterfalls and improving the water-falling experience for everyone. Visit our website (link in profile) and find out about family and individual memberships as well as corporate or group sponsorships. #waterfallhealing #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #conservingcarolina #earthdayeveryday #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
Some claim the cascading water in a waterfall produces negative ions that are soaked up by us, increasing our levels of serotonin, the hormone that generates feelings of well-being. We haven’t seen scientific evidence to support this, but we have seen and heard of many positive physical, mental, and emotional outcomes from visiting waterfalls. Waterfalls capture our attention in profound ways and immediately take our minds off our stress and worry. That’s a good place to start! #waterfallhealing #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #conservingcarolina #earthdayeveryday #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls
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Does your brain need a break? Consider a dose of “soft fascination” by spending time in nature and visiting a waterfall if you can. Studies have shown that just 2 hours a week in nature and/or near water can improve our well-being . . . and waterfalls deliver in a special way! The repetitive pattern of flowing water creates a visual effect that can be mesmerizing, calming our mind’s internal state. Concentrating on the combination of light, color, and sound of the flowing water while breathing in the scent of the forest can induce a feeling of deep relaxation and give our brain a much-needed rest. #waterfallsofnc #waterfallkeepers #waterfallkeepersofnc #waterfallsofnorthcarolina #landofwaterfalls #northcarolinawaterfalls #feelthespray #fallingwater #brownfacesingreenspaces #ncwaterfalls #adoptawaterfall #naturalnortharolina #leavenotrace #packitinpackitout #leaveitbetterthanyoufoundit #blueridgeoutdoors #conservingcarolina #earthdayeveryday #828isgreat #waterfallsforall #northcarolinanonprofits #environmentalnonprofits #appalachianwaterfalls #cataractophile
Minnehaha Falls has been a new weekend spot 🤠 . . . #northerngeorgia #northernga #northgeorgia #northga #georgiamountains #appalachianmountains #appalachianwaterfalls #georgiawaterfalls #minnehahafalls #georgiaoutdoors #appalachian_explorers #appalachiantrail #bestofgeorgia #claytongeorgia #claytonga