Here's one of my favorites from my time in Idaho this summer, taking before dawn on the last morning of calendar spring. This is a view up the East Fork of the Pahsimeroi to its headwaters in the Lost River Range. The big peak right of center is Leatherman Peak, Idaho's second-highest, and another 12-er, Mt. Church, is back in the clouds.
C&C always welcome if you see fit. And anyone who has Idaho shots, let's see some!
Posted by Art Escobado on October 16, 2011 at 5:50 PM
Me like!! The muted color scheme is refreshing.
Posted by Mel Ladewig on October 16, 2011 at 6:16 PM
Very nice Jackson. I also like the pastel palette.
Mel-
Posted by Rohn B. McKee on October 16, 2011 at 6:35 PM
Thanks for posting this image of the Idaho Alps. This area is visited infrequently. The Mt Borah area is very unique geologically and botanically. I have a few images I'll prepare and post.
Posted by Jack Brauer on October 16, 2011 at 10:57 PM
OMG, that is so epic!!! Incredible mountains, incredible weather, incredible shot!!!
Posted by Doug Koepsel on October 16, 2011 at 11:18 PM
Great earth shadow sky and clouds over the very scenic valley. You had me looking at google earth and mapquest. How nice is Merriam Lake, if you have hiked to it?
Posted by Don Grall on October 17, 2011 at 12:34 AM
I've not heard of the Idaho Alps before. And I've been to Idaho to kayak and photograph about 20 times over the past 35 years. Outstanding scenery and wilderness values are very evident in this awesome viewpoint!
Doug, I have not been to the lakes up there, but I think Merriam and Pass Lakes are very nice indeed. FYI, the Pahsimeroi roads have a bit of a reputation, and you want a very solid vehicle and good tires to venture back there. Pass Creek area to the south would be better if you don't have an SUV.
Don, "Idaho Alps" is rhetorical, these are the Lost River Range. The biggest peaks are around the Pahsimeroi valley, but the whole range is spectacular.
Dean, no aerials here, just took advantage of some big steep foothills.
Posted by John Mumaw on October 17, 2011 at 6:53 PM
Epic is right! I love the muted colors and the sheer ruggedness of this place, which you captured so well.
The panoramic image is top notch! Would love to see a large print of that one!
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Here's one of my favorites from my time in Idaho this summer, taking before dawn on the last morning of calendar spring. This is a view up the East Fork of the Pahsimeroi to its headwaters in the Lost River Range. The big peak right of center is Leatherman Peak, Idaho's second-highest, and another 12-er, Mt. Church, is back in the clouds.
And here's a pano of the entire upper Pahsimeroi valley, including the state highpoint Mt. Borah on the right.
C&C always welcome if you see fit. And anyone who has Idaho shots, let's see some!
Mel-
Doug, I have not been to the lakes up there, but I think Merriam and Pass Lakes are very nice indeed. FYI, the Pahsimeroi roads have a bit of a reputation, and you want a very solid vehicle and good tires to venture back there. Pass Creek area to the south would be better if you don't have an SUV.
Don, "Idaho Alps" is rhetorical, these are the Lost River Range. The biggest peaks are around the Pahsimeroi valley, but the whole range is spectacular.
Dean, no aerials here, just took advantage of some big steep foothills.
The panoramic image is top notch! Would love to see a large print of that one!