Dismals Canyon

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Dismals Canyon

  • March 29, 2006
  • Rated 4 of 5 by NiteOwlTX from LaPlace, Louisiana
Dismals Canyon

About 25-miles south of Florence in Phil Campbell (that's a town not a person), you will find Dismals Canyon. This is a nature canyon which provides some of the most scenic areas that you will find.

The first that you will see as you enter the canyon is Rainbow Falls, so called as you can see a rainbow in the mist that the falls create. The falls are only a little more then 50-feet tall, but it is beautiful to see with the landscaping of the canyon on all sides of it.

Next, you will see the Pulpit Rock. These rocks are over 60-feet tall rock walls. These were created by an earthquake 10,000 years ago. From the top you can see a view of the entire canyon.

Another interesting point is the Temple Cave. This small cave was home to some Paleo Indians, the first men to inhabit this area. From the Paleozoic era to historic area, this canyon was used by traveling Indians as a place of refuge.

There is another cavern where supposedly Vice President Aaron Burr hid out for several months after killing Alexander Hamilton in that famous duel in 1804.

Finally, the real treasure to the site is nature. Flora and geology combine to form a beautiful combination. The path takes you ¾ mile in and back out, so the round trip is a mile and a half.

I recommend a trip to Dismals Canyon for anyone interested in natural sciences, such as botany or geology. I, also, recommend this attraction for anyone desiring a brisk hike in the outdoors. The path is worn, but will be difficult for some in poor shape. Families, people walking for health, and begining hikers will love this site.

Website: www.dismalscanyon.com

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