We were driving to our campsite in Colorado and noticed signs for the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. Were told by RV neighbors that it was a sight that should not be missed. So the next day we went back the way we came, on the bike this time, and were so glad we did. This is a very deep canyon and was so beautiful. At the visitor center we learned that the people of the valley below did not have enough water to grow their crops. One man got an idea and it took off. They dug a very long tunnel and channeled the water from the river to the valley and now it is no longer a desert. They have a beautiful green town and crops with plenty of water. It was a fascinating story of many years and such hard work. Shows you how important it is to learn to work together and the see your dream fulfilled. One man did and many people have be blessed by his dream.

Leaving for our next stop we saw signs stating Continental Divide and Monarch Pass. When we got there they had a gondola ride to the top of the mountain. I decided to take the ride and it was one of the most beautiful sights to behold. There were 5 different mountain ranges visible from that view. It got cloudy really quickly so some of my pictures did not turn out very clear. However, the viewing platform gave me a 360 degree view of the mountains. What a sight to behold, I hope you enjoy the pictures. I know that no picture could take in the grandeur of the sight and they don’t do it justice.

We then stayed one night in WalMart parking lot on our way through Colorado Springs. I was unable to find a campground that had any space. So dry camping it was. The next night we stayed in a small town in Northern Colorado so that we could go to church in the morning. Found a fantastic Foursquare church in Yuma Colorado where the pastor even said he knew Pastor Robert. From there we drove to Rapid City, South Dakota.

See you on my next post which will be Mt Rushmore and Custer State Park.   God bless you all.