 | The Camas Creek drainage on Ward Mountain, just southwest of Hamilton, Montana, is a wonderful place to hike on a lovely fall day. We enjoyed a day hike getting to all three lakes near the end of September last year. It was pretty windy and cold at Upper Camas Lake, but hanging out on the large rocks in the sunshine overlooking Middle Camas Lake was quite nice. There was certainly no shortage of beautiful autumn views on this mountain adventure! |
Autumn view of East Camas Peak at Lower Camas Lake.
 Such picturesque views ... |  ... while hiking around the lake. |
We crossed a boulder field at the far end of the lower lake to continue to the other two lakes above.
 Around the lake and through the talus. |  Lots of "up" getting to the upper lake. |
Without a trail to follow part of the way, you just head in the general direction getting to the last lake.
We crossed lots of sloped rock along the way. The dry parts aren't bad, but the wet parts can be a bit slick.
 A pop of fall color against the granite. |  Beautiful rock architecture. |
Nature's beautiful landscaping.
We made it to our destination in spite of my photo delays. No time to stop for pictures along the way at the middle lake.
West Camas Peak at Upper Camas Lake. This was our turn around point for this trip. It was a bit cold and windy at this lake.
 Hanging out with a view of West Camas Peak ... |  ... and a view of Middle Camas Lake. |
Enjoying the views while Josh climbs West Camas Peak, but my camera's face-timer doesn't always cooperate with me. LOL!
Middle Camas Lake in the Bitterroot Mountains with a view of more mountain ranges to the east.
The mountainsides come alive with color when the tamaracks turn golden yellow in the fall.
Working our way back down to Middle Camas Lake (and beyond). -- What goes up, must come down.
Hiking back along Middle Camas Lake's north shore. Got a ways to go still, but we have somewhat of a trail again.
 Pausing for just a bit at the southwest corner of Lower Camas Lake. |  Boggy meadow glowing in the sunlight. |
Lovely color and reflection.
Trees, rock, and water ... it's what mountains are made of.
Hope you enjoyed the trip. I know I did. Be sure to come back again for more of my mountain adventures. In the meantime, hit the like button and leave me a comment. :)
