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The trees tower overhead. In the winter, it makes for an interesting canopy of branches while opening up the views of the surrounding mountains and hillsides.
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The mill
Mingus Creek runs alongside the trail, providing great opportunities to see small cascades as the creek makes its way down toward the Oconaluftee River.
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David Hitchcock
Nov 25, 2017 near Cherokee, NC
“The trees tower overhead. In the winter, it makes for an interesting canopy of branches while opening up the views of the surrounding mountains and hillsides.”  

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The trees tower overhead. In the winter, it makes for an interesting canopy of branches while opening up the views of the surrounding mountains and hillsides.
Mingus Creek runs alongside the trail, providing great opportunities to see small cascades as the creek makes its way down toward the Oconaluftee River.
The National Park Service has a firing range along the trail. If they are practicing, the trail may be temporarily closed until they have completed training.
Moss, lichen, mushrooms, and other plants that enjoy moist climates begin to appear alongside the trail.
Mingus Mill
Inside the mill
Mingus Mill
The mill
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