Pawnee Pass

I set off to a popular set of trailheads collectively referred to as Brainard Lake in the Indian Peaks Wilderness. The hike started very gently rolling by Long Lake and soon opened up to views of the divide all around. Wildflowers were just begining to dot the meadows--my favorite being the indian paintbrush.



As the path split towards the divide and away from Lake Isabelle around 10,500. I began to leave the rushing streams and verdant meadows for familiar granite strewn hillside.

Columbines.

Pawnee Pass.

Above I have the view back to the east and my steps to reach this height with a beautiful vista of all the mountain lakes in the valley. And just above is my tribute to Ansel Adams.

My beloved paintbrushes just started to redden and extend to the sun.

Lake Isabelle--glacially fed.

Marmot!