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Square Top Lake

Sunday, September 20th, 2020 in Colorado
Lower Square Top Lake in the foreground and the broad peak of Square Top Mountain in the distance.

The colors are magnificent in Guanella Pass and the hike to Square Top Lake does not disappoint.

The trail winds through alpine shrubs and rolling terrain with lovely wide-open views all around.

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