Reflections on Byrd Lake, Cumberland Mountain State Park, Tennessee. June 7, 2014.
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Betsy and I were fortunate to have a visit with son Jeff and his wife Dawn in early June. We took them to Cumberland Mountain State Park to celebrate (belatedly) Jeff’s birthday. After a delicious lunch we walked along the shore of Byrd Lake to enjoy the beautiful day.
The lake was calm, almost mirror-like, and the reflections were absolutely beautiful. I got the picture above of the couple in the canoe as they were heading back to the boat rental dock.
The bridge over the Byrd Lake dam, Cumberland Mountain State Park, Tennessee. June 7, 2014.
Byrd Lake is man-made, formed by a dam. The dam and the stone seven-arch bridge carrying the road over it was constructed by the CCC. It is reported to be the largest masonry structure constructed by the CCC.
Betsy at Byrd Lake, Cumberland Mountain State Park, Tennessee. June 7, 2014.
I didn’t get a picture of a reflection of my Beautiful Bride, but she looked so good that I can’t resist including this picture of her taken from a small fishing pier on the lake. The bridge over the dam (and its reflection) can be seen behind her.
Tags: Cumberland Mountain State Park, Lake, Our World, Tennessee
Senior Moments 
June 30, 2014 at 6:46 am |
George those are beautiful reflections. My favorite is the first one….there is something special about it. I think it’s just the fact that it makes me feel so at peace when I look at it.
June 30, 2014 at 7:44 am |
I remember other pics of the dam, it is such a beautiful spot. and one of the few i have been to… not the dam, but Cumberland Park.. i love that lake pic
June 30, 2014 at 9:04 am |
I sure wish I could take shots like you.
June 30, 2014 at 9:16 am |
Love these photos, Honey, especially the FIRST one… That one is TREMENDOUS… As Neal said, it just looks so peaceful.
Love,
Wifey
June 30, 2014 at 9:21 am |
Wow – what lovely shots.
June 30, 2014 at 9:53 am |
A beautiful place and wonderful captures for the day, George, as always! Thanks for sharing your world with us today! Hope you have a great week ahead!! Enjoy!
June 30, 2014 at 10:19 am |
Wonderful reflections and a happy young lady too. MB
June 30, 2014 at 10:28 am |
Both Betsy and the bridge reflection are gorgeous!!
June 30, 2014 at 11:04 am |
Beautiful pictures. I like to see water so calm its like a mirror.
June 30, 2014 at 11:42 am |
beautiful surrounding to complement beautiful betsy.
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June 30, 2014 at 3:34 pm |
Stunning, George! You and Betsy must have had a delightful time…you both positively glow!
Linda
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June 30, 2014 at 8:44 pm |
I love reflection photos. Besty’s always beautiful too!
June 30, 2014 at 9:20 pm |
Lovely reflections, greeting from Belgium
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June 30, 2014 at 11:46 pm |
These are all beautiful shots! The lake is so calm and peaceful as you say and it would be so relaxing to spend time there. Betsy looks like she’s having a blast 😉
July 1, 2014 at 8:09 am |
Lovely reflections and what a wonderful photo of Betsy!
July 1, 2014 at 2:37 pm |
Very nice photos of a special day!
July 2, 2014 at 5:40 am |
Love the shot of your lovely lady. What a great place to go canoeing on.
July 2, 2014 at 8:07 am |
Gorgeous reflections and there’s Betsy with her beautiful smile!
July 2, 2014 at 12:47 pm |
Your images are beautiful, and the second one is stunning with the mirrored look to it.
July 2, 2014 at 4:20 pm |
Beautiful reflection images, the water looks amazing as does your beautiful bride
Mollyxxx
July 2, 2014 at 6:35 pm |
George, very pretty lake scene. I am glad you had a nice visit with your son and his wife. Lovely photo of Betsy! Enjoy the rest of your week, happy 4th of July!
July 4, 2014 at 12:28 pm |
Beautiful and picturesque. Nice reflections in the lake.
July 5, 2014 at 2:55 am |
A beautiful spot for photography and playing with family.
July 6, 2014 at 9:52 am |
A beautiful and peaceful spot!!
July 10, 2014 at 3:22 am |
Sigh, so beautiful.
August 4, 2014 at 11:05 am |
Wonderful bridge photo!