Last weekend we decided to do one of my goal hikes in the area before there was too much snow. My list of goal hikes for the season included Williams lake. It is only four miles up to the alpine lake that lies between some of the highest peaks in northern New Mexico, but it is a very tough hike. You start at 8,500 feet and hike to 11,100; this is a lot of elevation gain in four miles, but it is so worth it. The trail and the lake are beautiful. While there was some snow, the trail was clear, and the day was crisp, yet sunny.
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| The trail goes right through the Taos Ski Valley ski area, so it is closed after Thanksgiving. |
Robber Jays molested us all along the trail, but we thoroughly enjoyed it. here is one eating a granola bar out of my husband's hand. This was so fun. It was truly a connection with nature.
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| Ben feeding a Robber Jay. |
I was getting really tired at this point, but I was really enjoying it, so we pushed on. I love hiking in the high altitudes; it is so invigorating.
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| Wheeler Peak - highest peak in Taos Mountains at 13,161 feet |
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| The finale - Williams Lake |
Williams Lake is too shallow to hold fish, but it is beautiful nonetheless. It is in a cirque between many of the highest peaks in the Taos/Sangre de Cristo Range of the Rockies.
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| The trail on the way back down. |
This was a lovely day out. I cherished the day and will remember it always.
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