as in canyon
a narrow opening between hillsides or mountains that can be used for passage
climb to the cairn above the loch, and from there you'll get a broad view of the linn
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One of its most scenic routes cuts through a dramatic river canyon.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
2 July 2025 -
Unlike that other world-famous attraction, this majestic canyon system inside the Daniel Boone National Forest is just a two-hour drive from Louisville.—
Amanda Hancock,
The Courier-Journal,
2 July 2025
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When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2025
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Still, leaping over a 100-foot ravine with a baby clinging to your back seems like a daring choice.—
Skylar Knight,
Smithsonian Magazine,
27 June 2025
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Burgess Falls This park has a truly breathtaking sight that's worth a hike: four waterfalls that cascade down from more than 250 feet into a natural gorge.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
22 June 2025
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In addition to offering stunning river canyon views, the gorge is home to the highest concentration of waterfalls in the U.S. with ample opportunities to hike, bike, or even canoe or kayak.—
Mae Hamilton,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2025
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This is the most dangerous river valley in the United States.—
Jenna Sundel
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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These colorful aircrafts take passengers up more than 1,000 feet, offering stunning views of the neighboring valleys and the Wasatch Mountains surrounding downtown Park City below.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
4 July 2025
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“Linn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/linn. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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