“If you don't like the weather in New England now, just wait a few minutes.”
– Mark Twain –
It's been a beautiful day in New Hampshire.
One of those days when I liked the weather. Despite waiting all day, and Mark Twain notwithstanding, the weather did not change.
In this photo-essay, click on any image to see a full-scale version.
Mount Chocorua was a glorious sight this morning.
This view of the mountain to the north is taken from a bridge at the southern outlet of Lake Chocorua.
Mt. Chocorua, New Hampshire
Original photo by @creatr
I found it interesting that I could trace out "N" and "H" patterns in the wooden fence along the edge of the bridge. Can you see them?
A satellite view gives you an idea of how the bridge is situated.
The Narrows Bridge crosses a channel leading to Little Lake. From there, the flow continues southward as the Chocorua River. It's an ideal location for a Mount Chocorua photo opportunity.
Mt. Chocorua, New Hampshire
Original photo by @creatr
Some real photographers were taking advantage of the day.
We exchanged greetings, and it was obvious to me that they were delighted with the combination of snow, ice, and spectacular weather for capturing the beauty of the mountain.
Mt. Chocorua, New Hampshire
Original photo by @creatr
I am quite happy with the shots I got with my cellphone camera.
I continue to be amazed at what is possible with this moderately priced, multi-purpose, super-computer/camera that I carry around in my shirt pocket.
The lake is solidly frozen for the most part.
We saw some ice fisherman a ways further north. Lake Chocorua is the site of the annual Tamworth Sled Dog Race. However, here at the south end, the exit flow of the water under the Narrows Bridge leaves some patches unfrozen, as you can see along this edge of the lake on the northeast side of the bridge.
Mt. Chocorua, New Hampshire
Original photo by @creatr
Looking southward from the bridge,
you can see a sizable unfrozen area of Little Lake. Right at the apex of that area, an interesting rock protrudes above the surface of the lake.
Mt. Chocorua, New Hampshire
Original photo by @creatr
The Chocorua Lake Conservancy
maintains this area. This sign and an drop-box opportunity to donate to the effort are situated near the east end of the bridge.
Mt. Chocorua, New Hampshire
Original photo by @creatr
We spent part of the day in North Conway.
On the way south, passing the lake in the evening, we stopped for another photo opportunity in a slightly different location overlooking the lake from a modest height. From this vantage point, you can see the mountain illuminated by the setting sun.
Some soul, braver than I, appears to have walked through the snow bank in order to gain a less obstructed view of the lake and the shadows filling in the valleys gracing the flanks of the mountain.
Mt. Chocorua, New Hampshire
Original photo by @creatr
I found this final shot amusing.
Taken from the bridge earlier in the day, this tree has what appear to be Christmas ornaments celebrating the season. However, if you click on the image and zoom in, you can see what they actually are-a couple of stray fishing bobs left by some hapless fishermen.
Mt. Chocorua, New Hampshire
Original photo by @creatr
In all, it was a lovely day.
Thanks for joining me on the trek to Mt. Chocorua, New Hampshire.
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