We are so lucky to live near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. One of our favorite entrances is through Cataloochee Valley just outside of Waynesville. One can feel the history when in this valley. Close your eyes and its easy to imagine families traveling by horse and buggy to church or to school. The walls of the old preserved houses must possess some very special stories. Early mornings and early evenings are especially popular times to visit the park. Several years ago, elk were reintroduced to the park and will congregate along the main road and in the old meadows for feeding. We've been there when there were more than 50 elk in one meadow. They are truly an inspiring sight.
Barn overlooking huge meadow.
Clarks Chapel
Schoolhouse
Palmer House
Autumn is almost upon us and I'm looking forward to traveling back in time. Watch this space for new photos of old Cataloochee Valley-Waynesville's entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, until then I hope you've enjoyed these images.
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