Indiana is certainly not known for its interesting topography, but there are a few areas that present a contrast to the endless corn and bean fields.  I visited one of these areas, Fall Creek Gorge, in June.

After a short drive on a gravel road and a quick walk down a path through the woods, you reach the gorge that gives the area its name. Gorge Overview  And a closer view of the Gorge: Closer View

The creekbed that runs through the Gorge has "potholes" that are circular holes worn in the rock by the current and its load of gravel and rocks. Potholes in Creek Bed

Continuing along the creekside trail are ferns, both this year's Creekside Ferns , and last year's Last Year's Ferns , and some interesting fungus Fungus on Dead Log   Small Mushrooms in B&W , and then some more ferns More Creekside Ferns .

Finally, you reach a small, picturesque waterfall. Waterfall View from the Side Another View and also a close up view of the falling water Close View of WaterFall

Then it was time to turn around and walk back out.

This area is managed by the Nature Conservancy, and here is a link to their site. http://www.nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/indiana/work/art7920.html

Most of the flowing water photos were made with the camera on a tripod using a very slow shutter speed, one half second or more.  This gives the water the smooth silky appearence.  Here are some external links that provide additional information on this technique if you are interested:
http://www.outdoorphoto.com/guides/waterfall_photography.php
http://www.hkwaterfall.net/hk_falls/hkwf_tqu.htm
http://www.outdooradventurecanada.com/photo-v2-1.htm
http://www.hankinslawrenceimages.com/newsletter/articles/waterfall.htm .
It helps a lot to have either a polarizing or neutral density filter to aid in getting the slow shutter speeds necessary during the bright parts of the day.



 
  • bigvern
    14
    What a beautiful spot and some wonderful shots...thanks!

    - vern!!!

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  • smalltown05
    116
    Beautiful stuff!

    - blow.....hard

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  • loweho
    1116
    Great shooting, Dan! Beautiful spot. We've intended to visit there before but being die-hard IU fans didn't know if we could safely make the foray into Purdue country. 8o) Great work!

    - Fickle Finger of F8

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  • What beautiful, magical shots! I would expect to see a fairy or two while visiting such a spot. These are all AWESOME!!!

    - My dog P.Wee

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  • MRQUACKERS
    41007
    Really enjoyed the waterfall pictures.

    - A quack with an camera

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  • Lidljo
    136
    Fantastic pictures of a beautiful spot. Thank you for all of the information about the place and how you took the pictures.

    - Flowers are happiness...

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  • tbell
    24
    Good subject matter and composition. Don't know why, but I prefer the look of moving water at a high shutter speed.

    - petercallesen.com

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  • TURBO
    107
    Beautiful phots and great links. Wonderful post... thank you.

    - Life is good.....

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  • Sopris
    145
    Great set!!!

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  • kark
    1
    Great Stuff! I will definitely put it on my list of Indiana places to go.

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  • ShastaS
    1
    Breathtaking! I love shooting water.

    - Capture the moment

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