Zeta Bust

Rain and wind from what remained of Hurricane Zeta created a bit of a bust today. We decided to head south towards DuPont State Forest and turned around after driving almost an hour because the fall leaves were gone. Just blah! Then tried to get on the Blue Ridge Parkway for a drive but was closed. Lots of water... swollen creeks and rivers plus downed trees in the area.   And the temperature dropped like crazy! 

So we just drove back towards the Smokey Mountains. Not near as vibrant as yesterday but did find an area with a great vista. I took a couple of pictures of what color was left on our drive. 

On a bright note- lots of rain makes for mountain run off and really pretty waterfalls. I totally enjoy watching Mark doing what he loves doing the most on our trips. 

We hiked the Camino de Santiago in Spain (the Way of St James) and why I started this travel blog. When we got back we talked about where to hike next and discussed taking on portion of the Appellation Trail.  However, after hiking 10 feet Kate pointed to the sign that no dogs are allowed and we decided it was way to muddy anyway! 

Off to Nashville tomorrow! It will be our second visit. We did all the first pass touristy things to see and do last year.  Any recommendations for hidden gems that we should check out???!