Picture of the day - May 3, 2007

A Beautiful Mt. LeConte Sunrise

Photo courtesy of Jamie Barnes. The Great Smoky Mountains are a true national treasure. Spectacular mountain scenery awaits you around virtually every bend in the road, providing a feeling of peace and total relaxation as well as a vivid reminder of just how beautiful our great country really is. Photographer Jamie Barnes took today's wonderful picture of a Mt. LeConte sunrise during a recent visit to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The following is his story behind the image: "This picture was taken at sunrise from Myrtle Point on Mt. LeConte in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. A buddy of mine and myself made the trip to the Lodge on top of Mt. LeConte for an overnight stay to celebrate turning 40 this year. I love going to the LeConte Lodge. There is no electricity there, and everything is lit by oil lanterns and heated by propane heaters in the cabins. That means no computers, TV, phones, etc. It’s a great way to escape the real world for a while. The evening and morning entertainment are watching the sunset and sunrise. I was the only person present for sunrise at Myrtle Point on this particular morning. It was very peaceful enjoying God’s creation with the beautiful mountains surrounding me. I have written a trip report with other pictures should you wish to peruse it." I hope you enjoy the picture. Jamie Barnes Visit the POTD Archives for previous "Pictures Of The Day"!     Submit a photo of your own!            Why I publish the "Picture of the Day"