Larch Madness at Horseshoe Lake

October 2026

Just a quick solo day hike up to Horseshoe Lake. Beautiful views all around.

Frozen morning bringing excellent views up Mountaineer's Creek.

Lake Stuart

Bit of a shwack up to the lake but nothing too crazy. Well worth it given the conditions were prime time.

Mt Stuart in all of its glory!

Watched the clouds roll over from the West side into the range.

Snow Buckwheat and Fireweed

It was my first time up to Horseshoe Lake and will definitely make the regular rotation. I always thought the South side view from Long Pass was the best view of Mt Stuart but this might just have topped it for me!