Hermits Rest
Near Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP
HERMITS REST
A BRIEF SUMMARY OF HERMIT’S REST
Incredible location with breathtaking views sitting at about 9,000' above sea level. Hermits Rest provides views of Morrow Point Reservoir, Cimarron Mountain, and at least nine mountain peaks beyond Cimarron Mountain, with the tallest being Storm King Peak at 13,752ft. This is a national recreation area with shaded picnic spots and seven trails for hikers.
Images and location summary by Jack Cooksey
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I took this photograph just a few steps off the Hermits Rest Trail, which leads down to the Morrow Point Reservoir on the Gunnison River. The distance from the trailhead to the photo spot was approximately 250 feet down the mostly level, smooth, and easy-to-traverse trail.
Walk down the trail 300ft or so and see how you want to frame the shot. There are multiple possibilities. I did take a few shots at 24mm as pictured here, but that was not what I was looking for. I wanted to focus on the water and its reflection, the majestic mountains in the back with just a small view of the other side at the top for depth, AND the brilliant Fall colors. With a little more time and starting a little earlier with the light lower, one could come home with a nice collection of great images. Far more than the just "one great shot."
The sun's position at 11:41 am significantly increased the glare on the water. A circular polarizing filter is a must! Without it, this would have been a lost shot. This was a three-shot bracketed image merged into its final form.
At least a range of 24 to 70mm. I always have 4 lenses available for landscapes. 15mm f/2.4, 21mm f2.4, 24-70mm f2.8, and 70-200mm f2.8.
8,965 Ft. Elevation
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LOCATION SUMMARIES WRITTEN BY PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS
