Watery Wednesday #46

The quality of the imagination is to flow and not to freeze.
- Ralph Waldo Emerson -

McGalliard Falls - Valdese, NC
One of my favorite spots to relax is McGalliard Falls in Valdese, North Carolina. I enjoy sitting on the rocks in McGalliard Creek and watching the water rushing over the 40 foot drop to the base of the falls.
Every year, in early June, the town of Valdese stocks the creek above the falls with 1200 rainbow trout and hosts a fishing tournament for kids under 15 and seniors 55 and older. Trophies are awarded for catching the most fish in each age group. At noon, they grill hotdogs and have a fish fry for the families.
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20 Responses to Watery Wednesday #46

  1. Ebie says:

    Wow, lovely cascading waters flowing. A great relaxing place. Gotta try fishing, never done this.
    P.S. Got my open ID.

  2. James says:

    That looks so inviting. It’s a very beautiful scene.

  3. What a BEAUTIFUL waterfall … one that I’d love to sit beside for sure ;–)
    Hugs and blessings,

  4. Anna says:

    Truly stunning!!!
    And so calming to look at :)

    It is something magic about water, that’s for sure!
    You’re gifted!!

    Have a great wednesday :)
    Anna

  5. Pam says:

    This is a delightful spot, I can see why you enjoy it so much.

  6. Carletta says:

    This is a beautiful shot!
    I so would love sitting there – I’ll bring the iced tea. :)

    To answer your question on my WW – my house is gray and you’ve seen hints of it in my photos but no, the one in my post by the river isn’t mine. I took the photo from an old fort way above the river looking down and across the Ohio River. What you see is the Ohio side of the river.

  7. Tammie says:

    This is a wonderful waterfall photo. A lovely place to visit too.

    Spirithelpers

  8. The fishing event sounds like so much fun and this photo is fabulous. We have seen a swim meet in Valdese but never seen this view!

  9. Regina says:

    Fantastic!
    .-= Regina´s last blog ..Watery and Outdoor Wednesday =-.

  10. Julie says:

    That fishing day has a wonderful community feel to it, Stephany. I love the flavour of fried/grilled rainbow trout. They are plentiful in our southern state, Tasmania.

    Your photograph is a delight – although maybe not a calming experience. I am so pleased we are back in contact.
    .-= Julie´s last blog ..When is an island no longer an island? =-.

  11. Tricia says:

    Oh, now, I haven’t been to a fish fry in ages! I’d love to go to one – My dad used to have one several times each summer, but we just haven’t had one recently.

    Your photo is absolutely gorgeous! It reminds me of a place near my parent’s farm.

    Have a wonderful week!
    .-= Tricia´s last blog ..Watery Wednesday & Sepia Scenes =-.

  12. Martha says:

    Magnificent photo. Thank you for sharing. I would love to sit there and listen to the falls!

    Mine is here
    .-= Martha´s last blog ..ABC & Watery Wednesday – Kugel Ball =-.

  13. floreta says:

    pretty falls, pretty spot!
    .-= floreta´s last blog ..Watery Wednesday: Waterfall =-.

  14. Ulrica says:

    Mmm, the power of nature. Nice

  15. bim says:

    This looks like a gorgeous spot! I also love your header.
    .-= bim´s last blog ..Sky in the mirror =-.

  16. altc5 says:

    what a beautiful falls, how i love to swim there. great post.

  17. Sanna says:

    Nice stripes!
    .-= Sanna´s last post … Kolmessadas postaus… aaltoja!!! =-.

  18. That’s a great picture. We take Pickles the Dog out to the falls routinely and let her play in the water.
    .-= A Valdese Blogger´s last post … Apparently We’ve Been Discovered In Sweden =-.

  19. Janelle says:

    I want a copy of this one too!