Old Albatross

This site is dedicated to waterfalls, mountains, an old aviators memories, with lots of poetic liberties, some just plain made up, and interesting places to visit.


Most viewed - North Carolina
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Beware The Serpent2653 viewsPanthertowns portal to the upper falls of Panthertown Creek is guarded by this Rock Serpent.

Legend has it that those who litter here should have the serpent to fear.(I just made that legend up)
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Need Rain2639 viewsI'll definitely return to this falls after wet weather. The Sun shines directly on the falls in the PM so, I'll also bring along my better camera for a smaller aperture.
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Mill Creek Falls 2634 viewsAs easy as it gets! The falls is on private property but, being a camping ministry, they are easy to get along with. Please, check in with the camp.
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I did come back!2611 viewsI don't like top down photos but, this one shows my destination, the rock where the water disappears.

My first visit was a flop. This time, with a little more experience
(how much more experience does a 74 yr old goat need) I made it to the top.
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Touch up2607 viewsThis is a color touch-up of Mineral Creek . The ambient light made the whole thing too green.
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Cascades2606 viewsFrom the parking area and up the creek is one beautiful cascade after another.
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Two Creeks2602 viewsThe two creeks merge just below the small but, pretty falls.
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Misty 22601 views
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Hickey Branch, W. Fork, N.C.2587 viewsShort, moderate hike from trail head about 1.2 miles away. Photo By Lou Pesch(crew member)
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Mill Creek Falls 2577 viewsAs easy as it gets! The falls is on private property but, being a camping ministry, they are easy to get along with. Please, check in with the camp.
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Why I hike waterfalls2576 viewsThis pothole is the reason I came to Steele Creek, and why I hike waterfalls. They are all different but, this one is downright strange and I will return for further exploring.
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