I made a spontaneous trip to the San Juan mountains after reading from some photography friends that a big snowstorm looked to dump a lot of snow in the higher elevations even as the aspen just reached their prime. I have wanted for a long time to photograph the aspen here and this sounded like the perfect time. The first day or two it was dark, windy and cloudy. On day 3 the storm cleared revealing perhaps some of the most stunning landscapes I have ever seen.
Trips: San Juan Mountains - September 2008
Clearing Storm
A clearing storm reveals fall's temporary but exquisite beauty in this valley overlook off of CR 7. Photo © copyright by Ed Fuhr.
Autumn Jewel
Sheltered from the wind, Trout Lake is surrounded by snowy peaks and a stunning array of yellows and reds. Photo © copyright by Ed Fuhr.
Winter's Arrival
A winter storm rolls in signaling the end of autumn's splendor. Photo © copyright by Ed Fuhr.