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| Fallen Leaves in the Sacred Grove with Green Trees lit up |
I visited the Finger Lakes of New York in Autumn and explored some of the nearby attractions. There are so many, it was hard to choose. One worthwhile stop if the Sacred Grove in Palmyra. This special grove of trees is where Joseph Smith saw God the Father and Jesus Christ. Held sacred by the LDS faith, this lovely spot is ideal for wandering and reflection. I arrived just as leaves were falling yet the trees still had plenty of green foliage. To capture my best pictures, I got quite low to the ground and focused on one or two colorful leaves while aiming the camera up to catch the tall trees.
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| Typical path through Palmyra's Sacred Grove |
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| Rough wooden benches allow time to sit and reflect |
Gordon's hike rating:
Hike Difficulty: ★ Easy
Trail Condition: ★ Flat, maintained
Trail Hazards: ★ Minimal
Trailhead: Joseph Smith Home visitor center
Time Required: 1-2 hours
Distance round trip: 1-2 miles
Off the Beaten Path: ★★ No, but not crowded either, 2 Stars
Scenery: ★★ Good, 2 Stars
Photographic Potential: ★★ Good, 2 Stars