Canyon Falls drain the hanging valley that houses the high lakes.

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Canyon Falls

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Nearing the entrance to the hanging valley

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Canyon Creek just below the lake

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Glacier Lillies, the first to bloom after snowmelt. It's springtime in the Bitterroot!

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The Guardian rises above Canyon Lake

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The Guardian and Canyon Lake

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Glowing larches, a nice effect of evening sun finding its way into the valley

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Glowing larches

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Home at Canyon Lake

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Canyon Peak and the little blue tent

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Canyon Lake, Bitterroot Wilderness, Montana

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Canyon Lake

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Canyon Lake

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A last look back before heading out

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A spire above the Canyon Creek Valley and an inviting little waterfall

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We spotted this little shower just a short jaunt up from the trail. With temperatures already in the 90s, it made for a refreshing side trip before heading down to the valley floor.

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