Piney River Ranch

Piney River Ranch located just about 12 miles North of Vail CO, sitting at 9,350 ft above sea level. 

My mistake, taking my BMW along this rugged terrain through oil pan busting rocks, boulders and rigged dirt. Thankfully the 12 mile drive there and back turned out to be safe and not problematic, however next time, be aware to drive a vehicle with ground clearance.

The seasons are starting to turn, and summer sun is fading and starting to bring in the rains and the storms. The best seasons to go is July, beginning of August. However I like coming when these beautiful locations aren't being swarmed with tourists. Serenity <3

Plenty of trout in this cold body of water.

Although the weather wasn't quite how I'd hoped it would be, the normally gorgeous mountain at the end of Piney Lake is Mt. Powell. Sitting at 13,580 ft.