This day again offered beautiful fall weather, so we decided to go out for a (short) hike in Norris Dam State Park, around 30 minutes north-east of Knoxville. The warm sun and the left-over leaves gave a pleasant atmosphere.
We started at an old grist mill, which was in construction since 1798. Originally built in a different county, it was moved to this place to prevent it from being flooded during the creation of the nearby Norris Lake.
A threshing barn, probably related to the mill.
The ground covered with leaves gave this typical fall sound while walking the sun-flooded trail.
The first view from the observation point. As you can see, it was a bit misty so the view distance was not very long. This somehow improves the focus on the tree-covered hill in front.
Taking a rest to enjoy the view. You can see the Norris dam in the background...
It is quite an impressive structure in the middle of the park.
I was quite surprised to see a flower still blossoming in mid November after several freezing nights...
Unfortunately, the sun was already gone when we went to the dam, but it's still an impressive structure.
Just one of so many gas stations around here. However, I couldn't pass by without trying to catch the combination of the well lit station in front of the red sky.
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