Tuesday, August 11, 2015

The Spectacular Plitvice Lakes National Park

When I read in the guidebook about Plitvice Lakes National Park and saw a few photos, it quickly made the  Croatia "must visit" list. Visiting it was considerably out of our way though so I questioned if it would be worth all of the extra driving with Jude. Plitvice Lakes is a series of crystal blue lakes, one spilling into the next with cascading waterfalls in all directions. Set against a lush forrest, it was truly spectacular and well worth the extra mileage. Take a look and see for yourself!
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We set off hiking the lower lake. You travel along boardwalks, up and down. We used the trusty carrier, which hadn't gotten a lot of use since Jude started walking a few months ago. He was pretty happy in it and especially enjoyed holding hands while walking :)

One of many group selfies, some better than others :) 
The lower lakes
The largest waterfall in the park, spilling into the lower most lake











Signage showing our location amongst all of the lakes.
Gorgeous water. Jude loved the fish! 
After looping around the lower lake, you get to a large lake that must be ferried across. This takes you to the start of the upper lakes. 

Ferry fun

Cool downed tree in the water




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