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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2020
Parker Lake lies within the Ansel Adams Wilderness.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2020
The trail in climbs to some pretty good views over Mono Lake.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2020
Dominated by chaparral at its lower elevations, the trail makes its way to a cooler forest environment as it climbs higher.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2020
About a mile in, the trail begins to parallel scenic Parker Creek.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2020
An aspen grove. This hike offers beautiful fall colors during the autumn months.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2020
Parker Lake.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2020
A panorama of Parker Lake.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2020
Parking area and trailhead for the Parker Lake Trail.