One of the more striking scenes in the High Country is the sight of clouds floating below you. It's not uncommon. Living at such an elevation, clouds often hang lower than the mountain tops they pass. You really can get your head lost in the clouds.

Even more visually striking is the sight of fog moving through the valleys. Early morning commutes often have that backdrop. Caught in a time-lapse video, it's like watching cotton candy tumble between ridges. Here's one such video, taken from Flat Top Mountain looking toward Boone. For once you can actually see the fog rolling in.