What trails were you on ? You referred to one as a narrow path. Chances are that was a legitimate trail. The snake you saw is commonly called a green snake...wonder where they got that? Lastly, the blooming bush you asked about was mountain laurel. Where are you from? VIRGINIA?
You are correct. It is mountain laurel, the PA state flower.
If I had to guess; I’d say that looks like a mountain laurel in flower.
Bell Knob fire tower
What trails were you on ? You referred to one as a narrow path. Chances are that was a legitimate trail. The snake you saw is commonly called a green snake...wonder where they got that? Lastly, the blooming bush you asked about was mountain laurel. Where are you from? VIRGINIA?
Bear Rocks and Red Creek trails; from WV