Make a splash

Christopher RobinOur Town Arts

East and Middle Tennessee are blessed with lots of waterfalls. From unnamed falls of only a few feet to Fall Creek Falls at 265 feet, they are great destinations for a hike or photo excursion. One of my favorites is Northrup Falls in Colditz Cove State Natural Area. The top of the falls is a relatively short hike from the parking area. The bottom is a little more challenging with the full loop at about 1.5 miles.

Colditz Cove, just outside of Allardt, Tennessee, is about 80 miles northwest of Knoxville. Check for signs as your GPS could land you on the wrong side of the natural area. There are many other things to explore in this area with Big South Fork River and Recreation area, Pickett State Park and the historic village of Rugby nearby. Several natural bridges are in the area.

If you tire of the crowds of the Smokies, head the opposite direction for a different outdoor experience. Don’t forget your camera.

Photographer Chris and painter Robin Rohwer each week share a painting or photograph that captured their interest in hopes that it will also capture yours. They have a small studio and gallery in the Phoenix Building at 418 South Gay Street where you can stop and see their work. Their website is www.ChristopherRobinArts.com. All works are copyright protected.

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