Friday, February 18, 2011

Beauty In The World

These are the falls that are considered the start of Little River Canyon in northeastern Alabama.
Most people are unaware of the bounty of natural resources in Alabama. In fact, Alabama is the most biologically diverse state east of the Mississippi. It goes from this to white, sandy beaches. We got whatever you would like, nature-wise anyway. This park also host many endangered plants and animals, including one plant they say doesn't occur anywhere else in the world.

I was absolutely mesmerized by the quality of the water and I have done nothing in editing to accentuate or embellish the color. The water here really is that jewel like blue-green.
We drove about half of the rim and stopped many times to hike and eat the picnic lunch we had brought. There were very few other people around so it was very peaceful. The top of the canyon is at slightly over 1,100 feet with the bottom of the canyon around 750 feet.

There are about 6 major hiking trails, which the park service claims are not maintained, but I thought they were in great shape. They all range from easy/ moderate to very strenuous. Camping is allowed but not down on the canyon floor. You can however, hike down to fish, swim and just walk around.
I hiked to the bottom at one point. It was only abut 3/4 of a mile down though, so it turned out to be easier than we both thought. Now, it was quite strenuous coming back up, with parts of the trail just as steep as what I remember from Bright Angel.
I'll have some more photos of what I saw once I got to the bottom. It was truly beautiful.

9 comments:

R.Powers said...

Gorgeous!
What a great spot. I can see how you would want to go back often.

Caddie said...

Annie, these are some of the most beautiful views I've ever seen. Your Alambama nature is gorgeous. Oh, for good walking legs once again; I'd be on that trail instantly. You lucky lady. Tell Jack "hi" too. So nice to hear of a couple enjoying themselves and learning all at the same time.

Frugal Canadian Hermit said...

Pretty scenic Annie. I like.

MamaHen said...

Hey FC! yeah, it's really spectacular there; the photos don't do it justice.

Hey Sissy! thanks!! we really have a good time at these places.

Hey Mark! Good! glad you like!

newcracker52 said...

What a beautiful place to spend some time. you take such nice pictures of it too. Thanks for sharing it with us.

JoJo said...

Awesome, the water is so crystal clear. Glad you had such a wonderful adventure. Can't wait to see the rest of your pictures.

Beatrice P. Boyd said...

Beautiful day and beautiful sights to see - what a perfect combination and to be outdoors too!

HermitJim said...

Mother Nature really blessed your area with some very nice adornments, I'd say!

I appreciate all the beautiful pictures, my friend!

MamaHen said...

Hey New! thank you and you're welcome!! :)

Hey Jojo! thanks!

Hey Beatrice! Yeah, it was great!!

Hey Jim! Yes, she did! and more people should know about them!