North Carolina State Parks: Part I, South Mountains Range, Part I
The boulder strewn gorge leading to the headwaters of Jacob Branch: Above. The flow of Jacob Branch is comprised of many small flows, like this one pictured, leading downhill on its eventual path to the Catawba River, and eventually the Atlantic Ocean: Below.
Fungi feeds upon and decays the large fallen tree top along the trail higher: Above. Finally reaching near the top of the of the Deep Shoals Waterfall, where I use the makeshift ripod to get some pictures, of which, I will share a few with you to conclude the pictorial: Below.
Lovely flowers among the green plants finding a tiny bit of soil to hold onto among the huge, hard fallen granite boulders along Jacob Branch: Above. The falls find a bottom: Below.
With so little time to explore the state park, I shall return and report in words and pictures, however, I just can't say when. When I do return, I plan to hike some of the 40 miles of trails, or peddle some of the 17 miles of mountain bike trails winding throughout the park. Until that return, I hope you enjoy what we have to offer here at Better Travelers Now, and until that time, please remember, your visits are appreciated.
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