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    Hanging Lake Trail Restoration [Image 1 of 10]

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    A stunning natural lake with vivid turquoise-green water fed by a waterfall cascading down rocky cliffs on the left side. The lake is surrounded by lush deciduous and coniferous trees, rocky canyon walls, and abundant aquatic vegetation growing in the shallow foreground waters. A wooden viewing platform or deck is visible on the right edge of the scene.

    GLENWOOD CANYON, COLORADO, UNITED STATES

    06.18.2026

    Photo by Travis Weger  

    U.S. Forest Service   

    Water cascades into Hanging Lake, a National Natural Landmark in Glenwood Canyon near Glenwood Springs, Colorado, June 18, 2026. Formed by a geological fault, the travertine lake is fed by Bridal Veil Falls, which deposits minerals that give the water its vibrant turquoise color. (Forest Service photo by Travis Weger)

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    Date Taken: 06.18.2026
    Date Posted: 07.28.2026 16:24
    Photo ID: 9828403
    VIRIN: 260618-P-OI330-1001
    Resolution: 1920x1080
    Size: 982.32 KB
    Location: GLENWOOD CANYON, COLORADO, US
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    A stunning natural lake with vivid turquoise-green water fed by a waterfall cascading down rocky cliffs on the left side. The lake is surrounded by lush deciduous and coniferous trees, rocky canyon walls, and abundant aquatic vegetation growing in the shallow foreground waters. A wooden viewing platform or deck is visible on the right edge of the scene.
    A wooden footbridge has been severely damaged, with its foundation undermined by what appears to be flash flooding or a mudslide. The ground beneath and around the bridge has been eroded away, exposing rocks, debris, and churned soil. The structure remains partially standing but is visibly compromised and unsafe for use.
    A wooden bridge structure in a snowy forested setting appears to be undergoing repair or replacement. Fresh lumber planks are stacked on top of the existing bridge frame, secured with yellow ratchet straps and orange tie-down straps. The scene suggests active construction or maintenance work on a trail bridge during winter conditions.
    A helicopter is performing a sling-load operation over a dramatic snow-dusted canyon with tall red and brown sandstone cliffs. The aircraft is suspending a load on a long line, suggesting a supply or equipment transport mission in a remote, rugged terrain. The scene appears to be set in winter conditions in what looks like a southwestern U.S. canyon landscape.
    A crew of approximately five workers is engaged in trail or slope maintenance work on a rocky hillside surrounded by bare deciduous trees. Workers are using hand tools such as pry bars and picks to move and position large rocks, suggesting trail construction or rockslide clearance. The setting appears to be a canyon or mountain environment during early spring based on the leafless trees and sparse new foliage.
    A rocky mountain stream or creek cascades over large boulders and exposed tree roots in a wooded setting. A wooden survey stake with pink/orange flagging tape marked with the number '3' and text reading 'STA 20.00' is visible in the foreground right, indicating an active survey or engineering assessment. The water flow appears vigorous, suggesting high water conditions or a naturally fast-moving stream.
    Two hikers are ascending a rocky stone staircase trail through a forested mountain environment. The trail is flanked by large boulders and tall conifer trees, with sunlight filtering through the canopy creating lens flare and atmospheric haze. The terrain appears rugged and steep, suggesting a challenging mountain hike.
    A group of hikers navigates a rocky trail within a steep canyon, with a river visible in the background below. The trail is rugged and lined with large boulders, surrounded by dense green vegetation and tall canyon walls. The scene appears to be taken on a clear, sunny day in a mountainous wilderness area.
    This image shows the trailhead entrance area for the Hanging Lake Trail, featuring a covered information kiosk with wooden beam construction and stone walls. A large carved boulder on the right displays the trail name 'Hanging Lake Trail' along with a map. The setting is surrounded by rocky canyon walls and hillside vegetation, consistent with Glenwood Canyon, Colorado.
    A smiling woman stands outdoors in front of a clear, green-tinted natural pool or spring surrounded by rocky cliffs and lush vegetation. She is wearing branded apparel from the National Forest Foundation, Rocky Mountain region. The setting appears to be a scenic natural area, likely within a U.S. National Forest.

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