Monday, August 15, 2016

Indian Boundary Recreation Area, Tennessee 8/3/16

Indian Boundary Lake (96 acres with a 3.6 mile lakeshore trail around the lake)
On the first day (8/3/16)  of my 'surprise' Birthday Trip this year,  George took me on the Cherohala Skyway between Tellico Plains,  Tennessee and Robbinsville,  North Carolina.  There is a road off of the Skyway which goes to the INDIAN BOUNDARY RECREATION AREA,  part of the Cherokee National Forest.

We had NEVER been there before--so decided to check it out on that day.  WOW---were we impressed!  We got there early in the morning  (no people around much) and the weather was nice... We drove and also walked around for awhile but did not stay too long.  However,  we were able to get some good pictures to share...

If you enjoy camping and/or picnicking and hiking,  along with beautiful mountain views; a beach for swimming;  biking; fishing;  boating--- and MORE, we highly recommend this area...  AND---we hope to go back in the Fall --just to see the beautiful Fall colors in those mountains.

Click HERE  for the website if you want more information.  Today I'll share some of the pictures we took at the Indian Boundary Recreation Area..  You can click on the pictures for enlargements.


George --with the clouds overtaking the mountaintops in the distance;  Don't you love the reflections?



The boaters had the lake to themselves on this early morning.



Another view looking across the lake



A view of the beach area (and the bridge/dam) across the lake


A close-up of the bridge/dam from across the lake;  We hiked down to that bridge/dam.



Now we are on the other side of the lake --where the beach is.



A view from the beach --looking back over to the other side of the lake (where we were before)



While on the beach,  George took a picture looking toward the fishing pier...



Another picture of the clouds hiding the tops of the nearby mountains;  I love puffy clouds like this!



Our hike to the bridge/dam (from the beach area)



One last picture before we headed on our way;  I was standing at the top of the hill looking down at the beach,  the lake,  the mountains,  and the clouds... What a beautiful sight!
I hope we can go back to this gorgeous place.. The elevation here is 1660 feet ---so it shouldn't be quite as HOT as the lower elevations are...  AND--there are tons of hardwoods and pines for shade....

Maybe it is because this place was NEW to us,  but it definitely was one of my very favorite places to visit on this trip...  Hope YOU can get there someday.

Hugs,
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34 comments:

  1. Fun60August 15, 2016 at 5:04 AM

    How exciting to visit somewhere new and what a place. That lake is gorgeous and ideal for walking.

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  2. eileeninmdAugust 15, 2016 at 6:03 AM

    Hello Betsy, pretty images of the lake and sky's reflection. Beautiful shots of you and George. What a nice place to visit. Happy Monday, enjoy your new week ahead!

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  3. Sweet Posy DreamsAugust 15, 2016 at 7:55 AM

    What a pretty little lake. It looks so peaceful. Love the hills!

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  4. GeorgeAugust 15, 2016 at 8:42 AM

    I'm glad we stopped here and discovered how pretty it is. I'm going to hold yu to that statement that we should go back to see the autumn colors!

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  5. Ruth HiebertAugust 15, 2016 at 11:09 AM

    That place is gorgeous.The trail looks like an easy hike,just my kind.I love those clouds in the blue sky,that always adds to the beauty of a scene.

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  6. GailAugust 15, 2016 at 11:22 AM

    What a wonderful surprise!

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  7. Lady FiAugust 15, 2016 at 11:35 AM

    Such a wonderful place and lovely photos.

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  8. BetsyAugust 15, 2016 at 12:55 PM

    Such a pretty area and how nice of you to generously share your happiness with all of us. You are indeed a blessed woman Betsy.
    BLessings,
    Betsy

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  9. Lowcarb team memberAugust 15, 2016 at 2:55 PM

    That does look a wonderful place, your photo's are delightful to look at.

    All the best Jan

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  10. DavidAugust 15, 2016 at 2:58 PM

    Betsy, Beautiful area! I guess we've driven right by this spot as we've driven the Cherohala Skyway several times. Now we'll have to make it a point to check it out... Take Care, Big Daddy Dave

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  11. Ginny HartzlerAugust 15, 2016 at 3:03 PM

    The reflections are beautiful, and so are the clouds. But my favorite is your beautiful header! Biltmore house no doubt. Are the Honeycrisps as expensive there as they are here? I think of you when I see them.

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  12. Deb J. in UtahAugust 15, 2016 at 4:59 PM

    Looks like a beautiful place to spend the day! You and George have a great week!

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  13. AnnAugust 15, 2016 at 5:05 PM

    what a beautiful place. I enjoyed the tour.

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  14. ConnieAugust 15, 2016 at 7:34 PM

    It's so pretty, Betsy, and you got lovely shots of all the views!

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  15. Pat TillettAugust 15, 2016 at 8:33 PM

    Wow! That is one gorgeous place. Great photos also.
    Now, I'm going to follow the link...

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  16. Small KucingAugust 16, 2016 at 12:06 AM

    everything looks so calm and serene over there :)

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  17. diane bAugust 16, 2016 at 3:27 AM

    You sure discovered a beautiful place. I would love to walk around that lake.

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  18. Ms. AAugust 16, 2016 at 4:18 AM

    What a beautiful location!

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  19. Small City ScenesAugust 16, 2016 at 9:05 AM

    Beautiful area, Betsy. Isn't it fun to explore new places. glad you took the side road.
    New pics on my blog too.
    MB

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  20. Big DudeAugust 16, 2016 at 11:28 AM

    Glad you stopped as it has long been a favorite of mine although I only camped there once. When we first moved to TN, we went down there with a group of about a dozen on a fall morning, arriving about sunup then fixed a big open air breakfast. Hard to beat the aroma of sausage & bacon cooking in the cool morning air while standing around a fire.

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  21. Brenda Kay LedfordAugust 16, 2016 at 1:49 PM

    Cherohala Skyway is a awesome place to visit in the fall. Your photos are awesome and what a great trip. I enjoyed all your lovely photos.

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  22. Susie SwansonAugust 16, 2016 at 7:33 PM

    Beautiful place to visit. I've been there but it's been quite a while. I love all of your beautiful photos. Thanks for sharing with us. xo

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  23. DeniseinVAAugust 16, 2016 at 8:11 PM

    Pretty shots of this gorgeous area Betsy, and I always enjoy seeing photos of you and George. Have a great week :)

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  24. MarciaAugust 17, 2016 at 8:49 AM

    That was such a lovely spot. How nice to go there for your birthday!

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  25. Lisa @ Two Bears FarmAugust 18, 2016 at 8:12 AM

    You all always find neat new places to visit.

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  26. Coloring Outside the LinesAugust 18, 2016 at 10:08 AM

    What a pretty place. You and George sure do get to see some fantastic places. Thanks so much for sharing them all.

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  27. Optimistic ExistentialistAugust 19, 2016 at 4:53 AM

    What amazing pictures...wow...and I love the reflections in the waters :)

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  28. Lady FiAugust 19, 2016 at 6:43 AM

    Such a lovely area and gorgeous shots of the lake.

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  29. DeniseinVAAugust 19, 2016 at 5:35 PM

    I would love to visit this area, it looks so beautiful! Thanks for taking us along Betsy, I'm loving your photographs.

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  30. JeevanAugust 20, 2016 at 9:29 AM

    The lake looks very beautiful and the cloud smooching mountains and trees refection enhances a lot! The entire area looks pristine and clean to come around... the hiking trail is much inviting and I love the greenish banks of the lake and mountainside.

    Glad your enjoyed the trip that make u feel revisiting :)

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  31. JeevanAugust 20, 2016 at 9:30 AM

    The lake looks very beautiful and the cloud smooching mountains and trees refection enhances a lot! The entire area looks pristine and clean to come around... the hiking trail is much inviting and I love the greenish banks of the lake and mountainside.

    Glad your enjoyed the trip that make u feel revisiting :)

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  32. BeachGypsyAugust 21, 2016 at 1:43 AM

    What a gorgeous place! Y'all got some great photos! Love those pretty mountains. And the reflections in the water

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  33. Small KucingAugust 22, 2016 at 2:46 AM

    The lake is so calm and beautiful. A great place to rest and walk around

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  34. KirigalpoththaAugust 24, 2016 at 3:14 AM

    Great landscapes!

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