Monthly Archives: June 2013

Crested Butte, Colorado June 21, 2013 The ride from Crested Butte up to Paradise Divide (11,350 elevation) was filled with magnificent views and gorgeous wildflowers. This is a view of a large glacial pond at the Divide.  It was surrounded … Continue reading →

Lake City, Colorado June 14, 2013 The Alpine Loop Backcountry Byway, a network of four-wheel drive roads that connects Lake City, Ouray and Silverton, traverses passes up to 12,800 feet while showcasing  old mines, ghost towns, natural wonders, beautiful wildflower … Continue reading →

Lake City, Colorado June 13,2013 We traveled 12 miles of the historic Engineer Pass Road which was a major stagecoach and freight route when it was opened in the late 1870’s.  Like so many other mountain routes in the area, … Continue reading →

Carson, Colorado June 11, 2013   We headed up Wager Gulch Trail to the ghost town of Carson.  The mining town was established in 1882 with an operating post office until 1903.  The ghost town is located at 11,500 feet … Continue reading →