Only 500 feet from the main trail, it is a nice place to stop, rest and enjoy the buzzing of insects in the meadow. Near the Dog Lake turnoff, you can pause at another rewarding rest spot that overlooks mountain ranges and forests to the north. Large granite outcroppings, shaded by thin evergreens make this a nice stop along the way. A cold blue lake surrounded by smooth white granite boulders, black pines and jagged mountains cutting the skyline, Lake Mary is a stunning picture. Its shimmering surface accents the blue summer skies.
Many visitors return annually to experience the beauty over and over.
Lake Mary is certainly a summer highlight to plan for. Before you cross a small stream at 0.1 mile, take the trail uphill to the left, continuing your journey south. Signs indicate that this is a section of the Great Western Trail. As you climb, shaded areas provide nice places to catch your breath. Stay on the main trail, winding southeast above the small waterway.