Dusk on Wilkerson Pass (L) sunrise The unexpected early colorful dawn

The unexpected early colorful dawn sky changed my planed location for my early morning photography hike to the Garden of the Gods

I loved this patch of sunflowers and the mottled light on the meadows and mountain

ÿ We were not disappointed

especially if it's off Kebler Pass

I always admired the graceful curves of this gnarled cypress tree at the side of the lake

Dusk on Wilkerson Pass (L) sunrise The unexpected early colorful dawnI still remember the first time I saw Wilkerson Pass.? It isn't really high as far as Colorado passes go, but it sure is spectacular: suddenly one is looking over the huge South Park valley to the grand Collegiate Peaks of the Sawatch Range a spectacular view any time of year!