I began my drive to Texas a couple of weeks ago by traveling the entire 105 mile (170 km) length of Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park during the early morning hours and was treated to scenes like these when the fog was hanging low in some of the valleys. The maximum speed limit on this road is 35 mph (56 kph), so I was able to enjoy the scenery as I drove along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains. There were also numerous viewing areas, where I could pull off the road and capture some shots before resuming my drive.
I tried to time my drive so that I would be there for the actual sunrise, but I arrived a bit too late. Fortunately there was still some color in the sky, so I was able to capture some of the beauty of the early morning.
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Mike Powell 
Woow thats truly wonderful..
Gorgeous!
That is so beautiful. If I were in that space at that time, I’m sure I would be moved to tears. You captured it perfectly! Thank you!
What glorious sights, Mike. I’m really glad you stopped to take the photos, it is great seeing Shenandoah Park through the eye of your lens.
Breathtaking images, Mike. The mist really makes them.
Dreamy Photography
I love it when the fog is settled in the valleys
Beautiful and atmospheric.
It is such a beautiful area, great shots!
Beautiful photographs. Brings back some very pleasant memories.
Beautiful landscape images Mike! Enjoyed seeing them! They almost look like they were taken from a low flying plane!
Lovely, Mike, with all those layers. You must have felt like you were a speed demon on your trip after leaving the parkway.
Beautiful pictures!
The road less traveled.
Gorgeous shots
Thanks, Nina.