Chasm Lake vs Sky Pond hike times?

Hey everyone. Mainly just want some comparison hike times from those that have done both. I know what Chasm took me, so is Sky Pond comparable in time? I know its not as steep and a bit lower, but is also a little longer distance. Trying to figure out what time I need to start for sunrise.

Thanks,
Josh

I've been up there before. It's not as strenuous a hike as Chasm but there are a few turnoffs in the dark that a GPS will certainly assist. What day you thinking. I might be able to manage a Monday morn shoot. 40% cloud cover looks ideal.

If it were me shooting I would get a crazy early start to ensure I get the right composition. I wouldn't even try to time it. I would just estimate the time, then add an hr to hr and half to have to find the perfect comp. Obviously an Overnighter is best.

Lastly, 14mm will render the best comp which will include some nice foreground elements.

Thanks for the info, Kane. I'm actually thinking about tomorrow morning, the forecast says partly cloudy. Not sure yet. Thanks for the confirmation on 14mm, I was thinking about only taking the 14-24, so that seems like a good plan now.

Good luck Josh. That's some of the best photographic mountain scenery in the Front Range IMO. I think it's the logistics that keeps it somewhat a secret among landscapers. The fact we can't camp up there without a pre planned permit certainly keeps most photographers away. What your planning on is really the only way you get the shot. Beginning a hike in the dark at 2:30-300 certainly isn't a monumental effort but it's obvious 99.5% of the local photographers just don't want that amazing scenery enough you wake up at 2:30. I found the far west side of the lake to be the best comp.

Looking forward to seeing some great images, Josh.

I hope you can safely find your way past Timberline Falls below the Lake of Glass in the dark.
It's much easier if you've already hiked the trail in daylight.
Well, at least this time of year you won't have to deal with the ice that rims the rocks beside the falls.

I got skunked with the dreaded no clouds, but got a decent shot anyways. The wind was pretty calm so the reflection was good at times. I started up at 3 and made Sky Pond right about 5:30, giving me a little time to check it out before the 5:55 sunrise. No troubles with the route, climbing the waterfall was pretty cool, I just took my time and made sure to stay safe. A beautiful hike that I will surely revisit some time. Thanks again for the info.

Dreaded no clouds.... Looks like a 14 mm shot!Man Imagine that comp with crazy clouds filling in the rest. Not an easy shot to get with clouds. Thanks Josh for getting back to us!