Evans Alpine Avens 48x32 from Eric Tyler Photography.The golden Alpine Avens (Geum Rossii) are one of over 65 species of wildflowersfound on Mount Evans and abundant around Summit Lake at 12,850 feet.Summit Lake sits just 5 miles short of the 14 mile long Mount Evans road which passes through three life zones with drastic climate change, ancient trees,and almost guaranteed views of Big Horn Sheep, Mountain Goats, Elk, and Marmots.Alpine Avens are found in huge colonies during the summer in Alpine and Subalpine meadows and perfectly suited for the harsh conditions on Mount Evans.