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Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date: 
08/15/2021
The view of Mt. Sopris's twin summits from the second of the Thomas Lakes at sunrise.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date: 
08/15/2021
The trail alternates between forest and field. Expect to see some cows on your hike during the summer!
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date: 
08/15/2021
The view of Mt. Sopris seen from the trail.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date: 
08/15/2021
The entire area is used for livestock grazing during summer, so you may encounter some cattle along your journey.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date: 
08/15/2021
The view of Mt. Sopris across the first of the Thomas Lakes.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date: 
08/15/2021
The view of Mt. Sopris across the first of the Thomas Lakes.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date: 
08/15/2021
Around a dozen signed and numbered campsites are available first-come first-served near the Thomas Lakes.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date: 
08/15/2021
Pika abound on the rocky trail!
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date: 
08/15/2021
If you continue up the trail towards the summit, the reward is views like this of the impressive Mt. Sopris.

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