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Photo Credit:
Ryan Wright | IG: @ryanwrightphoto | Original Post: October 4, 2019

Crystal Lake | San Juan Mountains | Ouray, Colorado, USA

At a Glance:

Location:San Juan Mountains
Ouray, CO, 81432, USA
Trail or Landmark Name / Map:Crystal Lake
Parking Coordinates:37.959189, -107.662242 (street shoulder)
Photo Coordinates:37.959942, -107.663068
Distance:n/a, just off side of road
Time to Complete:15 minutes
Difficulty:Easy
Elevation Gain:n/a
Quick Facts:✔ Free
✔ Dog Friendly
✔ Bike Friendly
✔ Kid Friendly
✔ Wheelchair Accessible
✖ Restrooms Available

Description:

The photographer posted this photo on October 4, 2019, when the fall colors had peaked, from the northeast side of the lake (facing southwest).

This stunning view of Crystal Lake in the San Juan Mountains is easy to access as it is located just off the side of Highway 550 (Million Dollar Highway) in Ouray, CO. Simply park on the shoulder of the west (southbound) side of Highway 550 at the coordinates above, and you’ll find a short path towards Crystal Lake.

Additional Images:

Google Earth Street View from photo location
Parking area on west side of US-550 / Million Dollar Highway