Snowy Lower Lena Lake

Hikers enjoy the view overlooking Lower Lena Lake on Saturday after hiking 3.6 miles and gaining 1,300 feet in elevation.

A waterfall flows under a bridge near the lake.

A creek crosses the trail.

A whiskey jack, also known as a camp robber, a Canada jay or a gray jay, perches on the hiking boot of the photographer after receiving the gift of a Nutra-grain bar.

Snow and ice covered about 80% of the lake.