Great campsite next to the South Fork Lake Peak River with views of the Sawatch Range in Colorado.
South Fork Lake Peak River during sunset.
View of the South Fork Lake Peak River and La Plata Peak (14,360') on the right.
After hiking up a dirt road for about a quarter of a mile you will see the trailhead on the left.
A bridge close to the start of the trail.
Early morning hiking on the La Plata Peak Trail.
Plenty of switchbacks farther along the trail.
This is about half way to the top of La Plata. The trail opens up and the views are spectacular.
Following the trail along the ridge up to the top.
Scrambling near 13,500 feet.
Taking a well deserved breather at the summit of La Plata Peak.