Lower McCloud Falls Photo

Photographer’s Note

Lower McCloud Falls. Nestled in the Shasta National Forest this falls is one of three created by this scenic mountaing range and McCloud river.
Lower McCloud Falls is a small drop (~15 ft.). Although small, McCloud River is a powerful force shooting off a narrow ledge. Even late in the year, McCloud River flows quite strong. Lower Falls is also an extremely popular area for a picnic and swimming in the river. It is a perfect spot for diving off the top of a waterfall into a pool. The best time to get here for pictures is early in the morning or late in the evening, to beat the crowds and the sun. It is also very peaceful to sit by the waterfall when no one else is around.
This waterfall was originally named "Nurum-wit-ti-dekki" by the native Wintu indians. The name meant "falls where the salmon turn back". That is a much more interesting name than "Lower Falls". We say this waterfall should be changed back to its original name.
Cropped to get some of the human element sout of this composition.

pablominto, cacamera, axiotea, plimrn, mugush, sufi, elmec, AROBN54 has marked this note useful

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pablominto (40578) 2007-06-17 3:32

Hello Pranab,
This is an attractive composition with a good diagonal main line of movement!
I like the point of view, good natural colours and sharp fine details...
15 feet will most likely stop the salmon, no reason to doubt the Wintu indians and that means the pool we see here is/ was a great place for fishing!
Greetings,
Pablo -

:-) OK-

axiotea (16075) 2007-06-17 6:30

Bonjour Pranab
For sure the original name sounds better :) A pleasant spot to enjoy with friends/family/ and the little pool in FG with the small fall is very inviting. There is a sense of depth and the natural colors are well rendered.
Amicalement
Marilyn

plimrn (19602) 2007-06-17 15:04

Hi Pranab,
Your excellent framing does convey a deep sense of peace. The note is very interesting as well. HLJ, Pat

RADEEH (2762) 2007-06-17 23:39

Dear Pranab
I feel the cool water and the air of this beautiful place in the frame. The colours and lights are fabulous .The place gives us a sense of peace. Congrats and TFS
Regards
Radeeh

barrufeto_77 (25783) 2007-06-18 1:38

Hi Pranab.

Excellent exposure! The light in the picture was also good.

My compliments!

Rgs, Oscar

mugush (2088) 2007-06-18 13:20

I am downloading this picture, I will show my friend who like to travel!
thanks for sharing

sufi (9568) 2007-06-19 5:48

Merhaba Pranab, my friend...
It's a wonderful moment and perfect shot, indeed... The light and the colors are also perfect... Wonderful clarity and details too... The viewing of the waterfall is great...
TFS...
Stay well..
Salim.

edal (6569) 2007-06-23 0:03

Hi my friend Pranab!
Thanks for showing this calm "organic" corner of the world! Good presentation of colors and forms. Good effect of slower shutter on the running water.
Have a nice weekend!
Anton

Angshu (33627) 2007-06-26 4:54

Hello Pranab
Looks like khub busy...the slow shutter speed's effect on the cascade is good. Like the nature around & i do like the original name, very lyrical
Regards
Angshu

elmec (12194) 2007-06-27 6:49

Hello Pranab!
Great shot of waterfall!
It invites to get a shower under it!
Fery freshness composition!
Best regards!
;))

AROBN54 (10747) 2007-08-15 7:41

Lovely shot, Pranab,
I like the composition with the falls at kind of an angle coming from the left. The colors are beautiful and the sense of peace is just wonderful. What a great place this must be to visit! Kindest regards,
Shelly