Paradise Morning by IntrepidXJ, on Flickr I hiked back down to the small pond for another reflection shot. The last light of the day strikes the Red Lady (Mount Emmons) across the Slate River Valley before I hiked back to camp for the night.Īfter a decent night of sleep I was up early to take a few more photos as the sun was coming up. Here's another Mount Baldy reflection I took before hiking away from the small pond for the evening.Īnother Reflection by IntrepidXJ, on Flickr Rainbow Reflection by IntrepidXJ, on Flickr While waiting to see if the sun would make another appearance, this rainbow appeared over the Slate River Valley, and I was able to catch it's reflection in the pond. Mount Baldy Reflection by IntrepidXJ, on FlickrĪ closer look at the beautiful light striking Mount Baldy. There were a lot of clouds in the sky blocking the light at sunset, but some light did manage to peek through for a few minutes.and I was there waiting to catch it.
When we made it back to Crested Butte we stopped at The Brick Over Pizzeria for an early dinner and then drove back up to camp to relax for the evening.Īs we drove back up Paradise Basin, I stopped for a photo of the dramatic light on Mount Baldy. We had a great view from camp!Īfter setting up camp, we took our time and drove down into Paradise Basin and then continued over Schofield Pass and then to Gothic. This was where we were planning on camping, so we found a spot and setup our tent before the afternoon storms started. Kebler Pass Road by IntrepidXJ, on FlickrĪfter reaching Crested Butte, we continued through town and then followed the Slate River up to the Paradise Divide. It's been a few years since I came this way to photograph the fall colors, so I think I might need to return again in a few months. On our way, I stopped a few times along Kebler Pass to take photos of the many aspen trees found here.Ī view along Kebler Pass Road. If you plan on spending the night in a backcountry camping area you will need to acquire a backcountry camping permit, available at the Craig Thomas Visitor Center in Moose or the Jenny Lake Ranger Station.On Saturday morning, Amanda and I took a leisurely drive over Kebler Pass to spend a nice and relaxed weekend in the Elk Mountains just outside of Crested Butte. Stop by a park Visitor Center before you hike to determine if you need an ice ax or crampons to hike over the divide. Make sure to wear sturdy hiking boots and bring plenty of layers. Notes: Paintbrush Divide is often covered in snow until mid-summer. When you reach Jenny Lake, turn left and follow the trail back to String Lake Trailhead. At the mouth of Cascade Canyon, take a moment to gaze out from Inspiration Point and visit Hidden Falls. From the divide, descend to Lake Solitude and down Cascade Canyon. The trail ascends to the stunning Holly Lake, a great resting point, and then continues over the steep Paintbrush Divide. Follow the trail around the lake and then head up Paintbrush Canyon (look for trail sign).
The loop trail begins at String Lake Trailhead. Trail Overview: This strenuous loop hike can be completed as a long day hike or an overnight by camping in Paintbrush or Cascade Canyon backcountry camping areas.
The trail is 3.3 miles round trip and takes about 3 hours. You can walk along this easy trail clockwise or counter-clockwise. Stop and take a dip in this shallow lake if it is a warm summer day.
Trail Overview: From the trailhead, the String Lake Trail circumnavigates the lake through an old burn area and along bright blue waters.
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