Three of us started out for Gibbon Pass on a sunny, warm morning first dropping down to Vista Lake and then starting the long climb up to Arnica Lake through the old burn and avalanche slopes.


Early morning mists over Vista Lake

A welcome break at Arnica Lake

We were a little surprised to see some healthy looking arnicas and fleabane on the pass just beyond Arnica Lake and then some larches just starting to turn as we climbed up the Gibbon Pass beyond the colorful Twin Lakes.


Arnicas still blooming near Arnica Lake

A sunny Gibbon Pass with the first hint of the larches tuning

The views from the top of the little summit NE of Gibbon Pass were impressive in the bright sunshine.


Storm Mtn looking North from the small summit NE of Gibbon Pass

Mt Ball and Shadow Lake with Gibbon Pass below

Thanks to Maria and Sue for joining me on this enjoyable trip. Doug (C/S/P)