Emerald Jewel of the North Cascades: Diablo Lake Vista Point

This photo captures the breathtaking beauty of Diablo Lake, a glacial lake nestled within the North Cascades National Park. The lake's vibrant turquoise color, caused by suspended glacial flour, contrasts beautifully with the lush green forests and snow-capped peaks that surround it. The image also showcases the impressive Diablo Dam, a feat of engineering that created this stunning lake.

July in the North Cascades, and Diablo Lake was living up to its reputation for intense turquoise color. The color comes from glacial flour, finely ground rock particles suspended in the water.

Diablo Lake, Washington · 2017