I spent the day hiking in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. Near the border with North Carolina is Clingmans Dome. At 6,643 feet, Clingmans Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The observation tower on the summit of Clingmans Dome offers spectacular 360° views of the Smokies and beyond for visitors willing to climb the steep half-mile walk to the tower at the top.
I walked up to the observation tower quite early for the sunset due to the busy season and it was a rare clear day. The clouds were on fire as the sunset happened. Often times the viewing distance is less than 20 miles due to pollution. Beyond worth it when it’s clear!
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My name is Peter Nestler and I am a self-taught fine art photographer. I’ve traveled around the world with a jump rope and a camera with the goal of showcasing the beauty this planet has to offer. I specialize in large format, museum quality fine art images. I have also broken 12 Guinness World Records in my spare time.