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The Snake River at Oxbow Bend in Grand Teton National Park in September. This was taken next to Colter Bay Village on a day trip from Yellowstone National Park. The two parks are right next to each other. This is about 45 minutes from Grant Village. All the villages in the park are about a 45 minute drive apart. They were stagecoach stops long ago to change horses or spend the night. It may have been as far as they could go in a day at ten miles per hour. #NPS #GrandTetonNationalPark #Wyoming #NationalParkService #mountains #Berge #montagnes #nature #Natur #outdoors #scenic #snowcaps #clouds #OxbowBend #SnakeRiver #SommetsEnneigés #Schneekappen #nuages #Wolken #雲 #山 #川 #Fluss #fleuve #landscape #Landschaft #paysage #景色
Happy Labor Day everyone! I spent the awesome labor day weekend in Mammoth Cave, KY and Nashville, TN. It was a wonderful trip and I like both places a lot! In terms of photos, it's so hard to take photos in the cave since it's too dark and tripod is not allowed. I had to sacrifice the ISO to make the shutter speed fast. Now all the photos are having a lot of noise :( Anyway, I will try my best to process them.
The Windows/Turret Section contains a large concentration of arches and is one of the most scenic locations in the Arches Park.
The arch is among many in the Devils Garden area in the north of the park. Landscape Arch was named by Frank Beckwith who explored the area in the winter of 1933–1934 as the leader of an Arches National Monument scientific expedition.
The Natural Arch and Bridge Society (NABS) considers Landscape Arch the fifth longest natural arch in the world, after four arches in China. The span of Landscape Arch was measured at 290.1 feet
The most recent recorded rockfall events occurred in the 1990s when one large slab fell in 1991 and then two additional large rockfalls occurred in 1995. Since the rockfalls, the trail beneath the arch has been closed. (Wikipedia)
Total distances on all trails including spurs is 7.9 miles (12.6 km). Trail to Landscape Arch – This easy segment of the Devils Garden trail (1.9 mi/3.1 km roundtrip) is relatively flat with hard packed surfaces to walk on. There is no significant elevation gain, only moderate hills, up and down. The trail meanders through tall fins to a spectacular view of Landscape Arch.
Trail continues to Double O Arch – This trail to Double O Arch is difficult as it steeply climbs up and on the sandstone fins. Footing is rocky; there are narrow ledges with steep drop-offs. Hikers must use their hands and feet to scramble and climb. Though strenuous, the out-and-back hike to Double O Arch (4.1 mi/6.6 km roundtrip) is popular and offers incredible views.
Total distances on all trails including spurs is 7.9 miles (12.6 km). Trail to Landscape Arch – This easy segment of the Devils Garden trail (1.9 mi/3.1 km roundtrip) is relatively flat with hard packed surfaces to walk on. There is no significant elevation gain, only moderate hills, up and down. The trail meanders through tall fins to a spectacular view of Landscape Arch.
Trail continues to Double O Arch – This trail to Double O Arch is difficult as it steeply climbs up and on the sandstone fins. Footing is rocky; there are narrow ledges with steep drop-offs. Hikers must use their hands and feet to scramble and climb. Though strenuous, the out-and-back hike to Double O Arch (4.1 mi/6.6 km roundtrip) is popular and offers incredible views.
The New River Gorge Bridge is a steel arch bridge 3,030 feet (924 m) long over the New River Gorge. The bridge is the longest steel span in the western hemisphere. It is also the third highest bridge in the United States. It was the world's longest single-span arch bridge for 26 years, it is now the fifth longest; the longest outside of China. It's 876 feet (267 m) above the New River.
In 2013, the National Park Service listed the New River Gorge Bridge in the National Register of Historic Places.
On the third Saturday of October, the Fayette County Chamber of Commerce hosts "Bridge Day." On this one day a year, the famous New River Gorge Bridge is open to pedestrians. A wide variety of activities draw thousands of people. Visitors experience great views, vendors, BASE jumping, rappelling, music, and more. Bridge Day is not only West Virginia's largest one-day festival but also the largest extreme sports event in the world.
The New River Gorge Bridge is within the National Park Service's New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, which protects this portion of the New River Gorge.
The Windows Section contains a large concentration of arches and is one of the most scenic locations in the Arches Park.
Thurmond is a ghost town in Fayette County, West Virginia, United States, on the New River. The population was five at the 2020 census. During the heyday of coal mining in the New River Gorge, Thurmond was a prosperous town with a number of businesses and facilities for the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway.
Most of Thurmond is now owned by the National Park Service for the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. The park service restored the 1904 depot to its classic early 1900s look. In 1995, the building opened for use as a visitor center. Today, this place gives us a glimpse of Thurmond’s lively days. Active preservation work continues to maintain its historical appearance. Thurmond remains a flag stop for Amtrak passenger trains.
The entire town is a designated historic district on the National Register of Historic Places.
Thurmond is the least-populous municipality in West Virginia. During the city elections on June 14, 2005, six of the city's seven residents sought elected office.
The wild horses of Shackleford Banks are a unique herd that has lived on this barrier island off the coast of North Carolina for centuries. They are believed to be descendants of horses brought to the Americas by Spanish explorers in the 16th century. These horses have adapted to their environment, living without human intervention and thriving in the wild.
Known both for the pure white formations and colorful microorganisms of its active periods, Angel Terrace is one of the area's most unpredictable features. For decades it was dry and crumbling. More recently, hot springs have been intermittently active in parts of the formation.
Thurmond is a ghost town in Fayette County, West Virginia, United States, on the New River. The population was five at the 2020 census. During the heyday of coal mining in the New River Gorge, Thurmond was a prosperous town with a number of businesses and facilities for the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway.
Most of Thurmond is now owned by the National Park Service for the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. The entire town is a designated historic district on the National Register of Historic Places.
Thurmond is the least-populous municipality in West Virginia. During the city elections on June 14, 2005, six of the city's seven residents sought elected office.
Old Faithful Lodge in Yellowstone National Park is located opposite the more famous Old Faithful Inn, facing Old Faithful geyser. The Lodge was built as a series of detached buildings through 1923 and was consolidated into one complex by architect Gilbert Stanley Underwood in 1926-27. The Lodge is included in the Old Faithful Historic District.
The Lodge includes a common lobby, dining spaces and a recreation hall, known as Geyser Hall, of log construction in the National Park Service Rustic style. The roof structure of the 136-foot (41 m) by 100-foot (30 m) Geyser Hall is reminiscent of Gothic wood construction, with a height of 73 feet (22 m) to the ridge. The hall is arranged with a central nave-like structure, with subsidiary side aisles. (Wikipedia)
The 99-acre Murphy Farm on the banks of the Shenandoah River has witnessed more than its share of American history. On its sloping fields in 1862, Confederate General A.P. Hill forced the surrender of 12,000 Union troops and concluded General “Stonewall” Jackson’s brilliant siege of nearby Harpers Ferry. Now part of Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Scenic Byway 12, also known as "Highway 12 — A Journey Through Time Scenic Byway", is a 122 mile-long state highway designated an All-American Road
Hiking along Pine Creek Gorge. Lookin at Zion-Mount Carmel Highway (center) at the east entrance of the tunnel. Also looking at the manmade walking bridge along the Canyon Overlook Trail (left center) to get you around the cliff.
Hawks Nest is known for its scenic overlook, which provides a bird’s eye view of the rugged New River Gorge National Park and Preserve below.
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In honor of the National Park Service's 100th birthday today, here's a photo of one of the most iconic National Park landmarks - Old Faithful.
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Taken from the edge of the mesa in the Island in the Sky District, part of Canyonlands National Park.