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Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
08/15/2018
Looking down on Glacier Lake as you ascend up the mountains toward Turquoise Lake.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
08/15/2018
Huge stone slabs cover much of the latter 2 miles of the trail, making for some interesting and unique hiking terrain.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
08/15/2018
Turquoise Lake is reached after 6 miles and a lot of uphill, but this is the sight that awaits at the end.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
08/15/2018
Setting up the hammock for some rest time before heading down to the lake for some swimming and fishing.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
08/15/2018
Turquoise Lake makes it easy to look postcard perfect.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
08/15/2018
Turquoise Lake is a great spot for pitching tents or hanging hammocks.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
08/15/2018
Flat ground, natural seating, and killer views: What better campsite could you ask for?
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
08/15/2018
The closest side of the lake, where the trail meets and the creek pours out, is a natural log jam.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
08/15/2018
A stunning panorama of the beginnings of sunset over the glassy waters of Turquoise Lake.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
08/15/2018
Sunsets are so peaceful at Turquoise Lake, and because it is a long and moderately difficult hike, you may be able to watch the sunset in utter silence.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
08/15/2018
Hiking back out toward the Swan Valley and the Bob Marshall Wilderness.

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