Muir Gallery 2: Garnet Lake
An afternoon hail storm provides drama on the way to camp at Garnet Lake, at the base of Mt. Ritter and Banner Peak, but doesn’t detract from the scenery or the spectacle of wildflowers.
14 Photographs
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First view of Garnet Lake - just a hop, skip and a (near) lightning strike away from Shadow Creek.
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The hot pink Pride of the Mountain Penstemon looks bright even in gloomy weather.
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The Brewer’s Lupine reveals beautiful details close-up.
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A hillside of Brewer’s Lupine, Elephant’s Head, Meadow Paintbrush and Daisies couldn’t be better color-coordinated!
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The Pride of the Mountain Penstemon loves the rocky slopes.
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Just after the hail storm, Vicki leads the pack train around the outlet of Garnet Lake.
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The clouds obliterate the mountains, but not the views of the colorful meadows around Garnet Lake.
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The bright Indian Paintbrush nearly drowns out the daisies in this wet meadow.
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Rain and hail hit again after camp is up at Garnet Lake.
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A break in the weather gives an occasional glimpse of the mountains above us.
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A clear morning reveals Mt. Ritter and Banner Peak standing majestically above us.
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The nice morning brings out more signs of life in camp.
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Mt. Ritter and Banner Peak fully reflected in the calm water of Garnet Lake.
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Wherever you turn, Mt. Ritter and Banner Peak (just 1-1/2 miles away) stand out from the crowd.