The days are colder now, and we’re waiting for the first real snow.
The leaves are gone, the branches are bare, and everything looks a
little faded and dull. But, believe it or not, just a couple of months
ago the world looked completely different - bright, golden, glowing
yellow. I still remember that vibrant day when we drove up into the
mountains to see the fall foliage at its peak. We started on Squaw Pass
Road and headed toward Echo Lake - Beautiful Sunday high in the mountains.
We passed the lake and kept going a little farther, knowing exactly
where to find the best overlook - the valley spread out below us, and
the mountain ranges stretching into the distance.
We stayed there for a while... and just enjoyed the views.
And then stayed a little longer...
...and even longer... simply unable to turn around and head home ;)
Eventually, though it was a tough choice, we started the car and were on our way back.
But of course, we couldn’t pass Echo Lake without stopping. A
couple of hours earlier, the water had been completely still, and now we
were excited to see whether we could catch some reflections…
And it was even better than before - dramatic clouds drifted across
the sky, turning the lake into a mirror of light and shadows. We spent
far more time there than we planned, but the view was absolutely worth
it.
Our final stop was at the same place where we began. We looked back
one more time and admired the scene - the bright foliage, the
cloud-draped sky, and the mountains glowing in the distance. A perfect
farewell to a beautiful day in the high country.
Photos taken on September 28, 2025.
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