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Expeditions with Patrick McMillan

Jocassee – The Jewel of the Escarpment

Season 4 Episode 406 | 26m 48s

One of the last best places on earth – that’s the designation given to this glistening, crystal clear lake and surrounding area by National Geographic. Jocassee is a place that is both well-known and still somewhat unexplored. Waterfalls, gorges, rare plants and animals as well as stunning scenery make this lake one of the most stunning places in the United States.

Aired: 01/06/19
Distributed nationally by American Public Television.
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