Friday, April 22, 2011

Lots of Waterfalls

Last summer, Unni and I went for a hike on the Thomas Trail, on the north side of Pikes Peak. You start by walking up a street in the small town of Green Mountain Falls, and crossing over a wooden bridge.
From there the trail leads steeply up, with various waterfalls next to the path.
Then the trail winds around a mountainside with steep, high dropoffs in places. Yes, this is the trail.
And this leads to - another stream and more waterfalls!
If you like waterfalls and can handle a trail with steep rocky sections and some heights, this is the the place for you. And that's my Scenic Sunday entry for the week. (Socks loved this hike - here's a photo of him resting on one of the many rocks.)
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15 comments:

  1. Sylvia KApril 22, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    What breathtaking captures, Al, as always! I do love waterfalls and these are gorgeous! Socks does look happy! Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

    Sylvia

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  2. ClytieApril 22, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    I think Sylvia said it best - what breathtaking captures! It makes me want to pack up my water bottle and go for a long hike!

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  3. AndyApril 22, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Terrific photos. I wish there some waterfalls close to me. I shouldn't complain, Niagara Falls is only about 2 hours away.

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  4. pamqApril 22, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    Wow! That looks like a great hike!

    I would like to think that I could make it.....but ya just gotta wonder.

    ;-)

    Beautiful photos---especially the waterfalls.

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  5. giorno26 ¸¸.•*¨*•.April 23, 2011 at 1:10 AM

    Hi Al,
    la foto del ponte mi è piaciuta molto !
    Una strada per i nostri sogni...
    Happy Easter by Igor e Myriam :)

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  6. eileeninmdApril 23, 2011 at 4:36 AM

    Just beautiful! My hubby would love to see these waterfalls.

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  7. KaoriApril 23, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    These photos are gorgeous but I believe I don't see a trail! lol. The waterfalls are just lovely. Must be a great spot for negative air ionization therapy :-D

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  8. LinneaApril 23, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    It looks so refreshing, and of course, scenic!

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  9. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪April 23, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    if you form a waterfall club, I will be the first to join us.

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  10. Victoria TsavdaridouApril 24, 2011 at 1:23 AM

    Very beautiful waterfalls!!!! I like Photo of Dubrovnik too !!!!

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  11. Bella SkyeApril 24, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    Looks like a beautiful place! Great shots!

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  12. gengenApril 24, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    So pretty and beautiful shots...happy SS!

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  13. UnknownApril 25, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    Wonderful water shots! The third image is my favourite.

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  14. CRApril 27, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    Superb photos, Al!

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  15. ViolaMay 15, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    Fabulous!! Gorgeous!! I just can feel I'm in the middle of all, in that lovely nature, with the trails and waterfalls......!
    :)

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