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As the trail drops from the ridgeline, small creeks and washes begin to appear. Rhododendron, ferns, and other plans that prefer damp climates begin to appear.
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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 Mingus Creek Trail is narrow in places, and can be covered in leaves in the Fall, as shown in this photo.
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David Hitchcock
Nov 25, 2017 near Cherokee, NC
“As the trail drops from the ridgeline, small creeks and washes begin to appear. Rhododendron, ferns, and other plans that prefer damp climates begin to appear.”  

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As the trail drops from the ridgeline, small creeks and washes begin to appear. Rhododendron, ferns, and other plans that prefer damp climates begin to appear.
The Mingus Creek Trail is narrow in places, and can be covered in leaves in the Fall, as shown in this photo.
The Mingus Creek Trail where it intersects with the Deeplow Gap Trail. This area is typical of the dry ridges found in the Smokies.
Moss, lichen, mushrooms, and other plants that enjoy moist climates begin to appear alongside the trail.
This is an old video about a visit to the Mingus Creek graveyard.
Mingus Falls Cemetery
Peaceful and secluded cemetery
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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