Lake Ann view of Mount Shuksan

This image was taken on the northwest shoreline of Lake Ann, facing northeast toward Mt. Shuksan. To reach Lake Ann, first park at a paved lot at the Austin Pass Trailhead, just below Artist Point. Trailhead Coordinates: 48.850182, -121.686086 Trail Length: 8.2 mi. RT Elevation Gain: 1900 ft. The trail to Lake Ann meanders into the Mount Baker Wilderness through a wooded area that switchbacks down into the headwaters of the Swift Creek Drainage. After about 2.5 miles you'll see a signed junction with Swift Creek Trail #607. Continue ascending toward Mount Shuksan, up through sub-alpine forests and onto talus slopes and rocky basins. After approximately 4 miles, you'll reach the saddle above Lake Ann. As you continue downward, you'll come across an unsigned junction with the left fork leading toward Fisher Chimneys climbing route and the right fork leading to campsites around the lake. To reach the view where this shot was taken, make your way to the southwest side of the lake. Once you're there the perspective will be easy to find, given the enormity of the rock formations around you.