Good Morning, 11:00AM It’s currently 6 degrees and above the clouds. Yesterday’s high was 33 degrees, with an overnight low of 8. We received 2” inches of snow, with a layer of freezing rain beneath. US Hwy 441/ Newfound Gap Rd from Gatlinburg TN to Cherokee NC is temporarily closed due to snow and ice. Cherokee Orchard Road with access to the Rainbow Falls Trailhead is also closed due to snow and ice. Follow the link below for updates on road closures. https://goo.gl/HikrMr As promised, I’ve shared my favorite Le Conte Lodge night photo. The full moon had just crested the north corner of High Top. I was in the middle of cooking when the motion came to go out on the back porch to see the moon again. The ambient light paired with the warm glow of the kitchen left me speechless. My cabin looked lonely and dark. I ran inside and turned down the heat on the stove. I then placed the miners lantern on the porch of my cabin. The light of the full moon lit the scene - kerosene lanterns warmed it…I hope you enjoy the results! ~ The morning started moody. I ground fresh coffee and began the brewing process. My spirits lifted with the earthy aroma. Looking outside, I knew it would be a cold one, but with 2” fresh inches of snow, I couldn’t resist. Trudging through the snow, I arrived at my sunrise locale. Small gaps in the clouds gave way to the incredible color above. I waited. The little doorways to heaven became more frequent. Purple hues enveloped the mountain. The sun continued to rise. Faint hints of purple remained, the golden light started taking over. I yelled instinctively. Overwhelmed, everywhere I looked presented a new scene to witness. On my way back to the lodge, I couldn’t help but take the untouched detour to Cliff Tops. I stayed out much longer than I probably should have, considering the single digit temperatures and wind. Something about the combination of light, clouds, and mountains make me forget all sense of time. The moments take over. The sun rose higher. The scene was changing again… I moved as slow as possible back toward the lodge. Onward, Seth “What I like about photographs is that they capture a moment that’s gone forever, impossible to reproduce.” — Karl Lagerfeld
20 Comments
Donna O.
2/2/2018 12:05:34 pm
Stunning night photo ... Love it!
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Tom Clemmons
2/2/2018 12:13:16 pm
That top scene, with the two lighted cabins, should be on a Christmas card! Great posting Seth.
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Sharon S
2/2/2018 12:22:45 pm
Really incredible detail and light in your photos. Keep living the dream for the rest of us!
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Wanda
2/2/2018 12:43:13 pm
I love the lantern!
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Yaya
2/2/2018 01:40:07 pm
Wow, mesmerized by the purple and orange sunrise affect- magic.
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Andy Sparks
2/2/2018 02:52:49 pm
I love that picture! I am ready to go up there but got to wait until July.
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Janis
2/2/2018 03:01:06 pm
breathtaking photo
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Richard Childers
2/2/2018 03:41:56 pm
You photo of the cabins is absolutely stunning. Well done.
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norman (ga)
2/2/2018 03:54:40 pm
Cap, you did it again! Used top photo for desk top. Stay warm & keep em coming!!
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Richard Childers
2/2/2018 04:00:25 pm
The photo of the cabins is spectacular! Well done.
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Darwin
2/2/2018 04:43:32 pm
Great photo man.
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Marilyn
2/2/2018 05:17:41 pm
Awesome stunningly photos. Top photo is now my desk top background.
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Lb
2/2/2018 05:47:40 pm
Amazing photos. Thanks!
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Jeff Miles
2/2/2018 09:16:06 pm
Seth,
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Jeff Miles
2/2/2018 09:25:47 pm
Hi again
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Elaine
2/2/2018 10:18:45 pm
Fortunate to relive so many Leconte memories through your exquisite photographs. I welcome your words and the feelings they evoke each day. Thankful you are with us for this season.
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Brian Riggs
2/3/2018 10:17:00 am
I would like permission to have the lighted cabin picture printed off and put in a frame for my cabin if possible. I would not sell it, just for my personal enjoyment. Thank you
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Seth (Caretaker)
2/4/2018 09:22:18 am
Hey Brian,
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MICHAEL MANSFIELD
2/3/2018 10:23:52 am
Best picture I've ever seen on Mt. LeConte. Great job.
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Doris Sexton
2/14/2018 02:01:46 pm
I hop you realize just hoe thankful we are that you can share these amazing photographs with us. Be safe and keep up the good work.
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