At the bottom of rustic staircase that winds its way down to the rocky ledge is the Lover’s Leap Overlook. As we draw near the end of the trail beams of light break through canopy and when there’s a breeze shaking the branches the light seems to dance in the shadows. Small wildflowers dot the forest floor along with the occasional mushroom. At the landing near the canyon rim a small park bench waits for those who wish to enjoy the scene but not from the very edge. But, for those adventurous spirits who want to challenge the wind arising out of the New River Gorge the trail has not ended yet. Walking right up to the safety rail yields a view of the New River slowly working it’s way North. The canyon rim is home to large buzzards but recently the American Bald Eagle has returned to the area and it’s just a matter of time before they are seen skimming the surface of the water to catch a fish.
I wasn’t able to take the tram down into the canyon this time but it’s on my to do list π
Beautiful photos, Lloyd! Very refreshing looking.
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Thank you Hazel β€
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Just so beautiful! Green. And serene β€ wow!
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Thank you Tammy β€ I lived just a short walk from this place when I was only 5 years old. π
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No problem, oh really? I’m sure you hold adventurous memories from there, I hope π
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The memories are locked away safe somewhere in the dusty corners of my mind. π
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Hahaaaaaaa!!!!!
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Beautiful! Truly Amazing
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Thank you β€
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Nice shots from on high, bro! π It’s all downhill from here.
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Thank you Keith β€
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You were right in the first part, the walk and any struggle to get there is worth the view. You’re lucky enough to actually be there, we just get the pictures.
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If you ever do make it over the New River Gorge is a must see. π
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Loads of places are on my future to-do list, this’ll have to be added.
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Thereβs something about this photograph that reminds me of Bangladesh… Just lovely.
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Thank you Sophia β€ I'm not familiar with Bangladesh, is it mountainous?
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Bangladesh is my native country, itβs not so much mountainous as it is greenery and waterways. Itβs also home to the royal Bengal tiger.βΊοΈ
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I looked it photos on Google. The landscape is awesome. π
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Aw, so glad you love it! π
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