These pictures arise from a “spur of the moment” decision made while heading out to the Ohio RenFair a few weeks back.
Leaving Indianapolis before dawn, I was almost there when I noticed a sign indicating I was near Caesar Creek State Park and Dam. I was was early so I drove up for a peek and I was glad I did. As I arrived at the Visitor’s Center, the morning mist was just burning off. A few minutes later and I would have missed capturing it.
I got wet feet from wandering though the dew-soaked grass around the the Center but was rewarded with nice views of the lake created by the dam. While I didn’t have time to really explore the area, I must say that it looks to be a fine park, fully equiped with hiking trails all around the lake and lots of opportunities for camping, fishing, etc.
On the way out, I took a look a the area map and noticed a place called Caesar’s Ravine nearby.
Wooded Ravine, Morning Sun, Fall day. A chance not to be missed! As it turned out the creek and ravine are directly below the dam along with a park and observation deck. The flood gate was open and I was able to get some pretty good shots of the water roaring out from the lake. Click to link to the original image with notes. You’ll be able to see the other people in it and give you a sense of scale.
All in all, a very satisfying side-trip 
It’s always nice to discover something unexpected like this. To see more, click on either of the pictures to link to the complete photo set on flickr.
