12 x 16” acrylic on wood panel, 2022. UV reactive.

Ice Lake is an alpine lake in the San Juan mountains near Silverton, Colorado. At an elevation of 12,270 ft, the Ice Lake basin is surrounded by several peaks including Grant Peak, Fuller Peak, and Beatie Peak. The trail ascends almost 3,000 ft in under 4 miles, but the stunning views of the surrounding San Juans and the deep cobalt waters of the lake are well worth the effort. The beginning of the trail is scarred by the 2020 Ice Fire, but new growth is everywhere in the form of aspen saplings and fireweed flowers. After hiking this trail in September of 2022, I will definitely be back to visit nearby Island Lake next time I’m in the San Juan mountains.

I donate a percentage of all proceeds to the National Park Foundation.