Update about blogCa

Who knew all this would happen afterwards! Flat Creek in November, 2024. Much changed by the force of the hurricane floods in Sept. 2024. The deck of the bridge is now under that pile of debris.

Friday, August 5, 2022

Chimney Rock and fun clouds

  

This view, with a mickey mouse kind of cloud, shows Chimney Rock up on the top of those bluffs. It really is in front of them with a US flag on top of it, so it isn't showing in this view.

Looking the other direction are the bluffs on the other side of the valley through which the Broad River flows into Lake Lure. 


This is the marina, and somewhere over to the left are pontoon boats that take tours around the lake. I might do that, if the price is right.


Entrance gate to Chimney Rock


If the elevator is running, I might go up to the lookout...or maybe not. Depends on the price of tickets!


I may have showed you this little beach last week, on Lake Lure.


Sharing with Skywatch Friday!


Today's quote:

“Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.”

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21 comments:

  1. eileeninmdAugust 5, 2022 at 5:31 AM

    Hello,
    Beautiful views! The boat tour sounds like fun! Hubby and I have taken the elevator to the top of Chimney Rock. Take care, enjoy your day!!

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    1. Barbara RogersAugust 5, 2022 at 8:37 AM

      If that elevator is working I'll probably go up. Not going to attempt the stairs though! Have a great weekend.

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  2. TomAugust 5, 2022 at 6:35 AM

    ...you captured a beautiful day.

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  3. Jenn JilksAugust 5, 2022 at 7:10 AM

    What a lovely spot! I enjoyed that!
    (ツ) from Jenn Jilks , ON, Canada!

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    1. Barbara RogersAugust 5, 2022 at 8:38 AM

      We'll be going down there next weekend, where all the family will gather.

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  4. AnvilcloudAugust 5, 2022 at 8:03 AM

    That’s a pretty impressive entrance gate.

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    1. Barbara RogersAugust 5, 2022 at 8:39 AM

      Chimney Rock was privately owned for many years...and became a state park only in the last 10 years or so. Not sure which one built the entrance.

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  5. NewRobin13August 5, 2022 at 10:02 AM

    Beautiful views there. I always love seeing the skies you see!

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    1. Barbara RogersAugust 5, 2022 at 10:55 AM

      I am drawn to big skies, I guess from growing up in relatively flat areas.

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  6. Spare Parts and PicsAugust 5, 2022 at 12:45 PM

    A boat tour under those beautiful skies sounds like fun!

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    1. Barbara RogersAugust 5, 2022 at 9:00 PM

      Great idea, but the pontoon boats have covered areas for seating, if I remember correctly. Lots of water and trees to be seen.

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  7. DavidAugust 5, 2022 at 4:06 PM

    Barbara, We've seen but not explored the area around Lake Lure and now Chimney Rock State Park is on our long list of places to explore. Take Care, Big Daddy Dave

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    1. Barbara RogersAugust 5, 2022 at 9:03 PM

      Thanks Big Daddy...I'm looking forward to seeing some spots again, from visits before it became a state park even. At that time the elevator was frequently broken though.

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  8. Photo CacheAugust 5, 2022 at 8:07 PM

    Beautiful pictures.

    Visiting from Skywatch Friday!

    Worth a Thousand Words

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  9. William KendallAugust 5, 2022 at 8:23 PM

    Beautiful shots, Barbara.

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  10. magiceyeAugust 5, 2022 at 10:20 PM

    Wonderful sky captured!

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  11. Light and VoicesAugust 7, 2022 at 6:20 PM

    Lake Lure, Chimney Rock and Mickey....what a surprise! Nice photographs.

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