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Zackary Bradley
Photo Date:
09/05/2017
The Bear Cove Trail Trailhead.
Zackary Bradley
Photo Date:
09/05/2017
The trail is very hilly.
Zackary Bradley
Photo Date:
09/05/2017
Blue blazes mark the trail.
Zackary Bradley
Photo Date:
09/05/2017
The old-growth makes an interesting walk through the woods.
Zackary Bradley
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09/05/2017
A hiker crosses a small gully
Zackary Bradley
Photo Date:
09/05/2017
Dogwood and other trees cover the trailside.
Zackary Bradley
Photo Date:
09/05/2017
Bear Cove is a great swimming hole.
Zackary Bradley
Photo Date:
09/05/2017
The finger of Lake Jocassee is very private.
Zackary Bradley
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09/05/2017
The beach is secluded and has lots of room.
Zackary Bradley
Photo Date:
09/05/2017
Some of the flora on the trail.
Zackary Bradley
Photo Date:
09/05/2017
Lake Jocassee seen from the trail.
Zackary Bradley
Photo Date:
09/05/2017
A rocky outcropping on the side of the trail.
Zackary Bradley
Photo Date:
09/05/2017
The trail is filled with interesting views both big and small.