Additional Photos from GSMNP

The bud of the rhododendron. There were many rhododendron trees in GSMNP.
A rhododendron blossoming.
A rhododendron bloom.
Another photographer spotted this funky mushroom.
These stunning green leaves caught my attention.
Tangled, exposed tree roots create a fun pattern.
An interesting tree root; forming an arch above ground and over a rock, then continues on.
A beautiful butterfly.
Beautiful, curvy roads throughout the park.
And a few beautiful, old tunnels on the park road, made from stone, with trees growing on top.
A portion of the Appalachian Trail goes through the GSMNP.
A pop of color along a trail.
A friend of mine is always spotting painted rocks. I spotted this one on a hike so I took a picture.