Yesterday afternoon we took a two track very bumpy trail (I dare not call it a road!) high up into the LaPlata Mountains exploring old mines, aspen groves, rock slide areas and gorgeous mountain views. Scooby Doo went along and enjoyed the jaunt also. We didn't see as much wild life as we hoped. We're still looking to see one of the elusive moose found in this part of the state. What we did see was some range cows, sheep, a friendly sheep dog, ground squirrels and chipmunks, and too quick for the cameras marmots! I did get a zoom shot of a lone hawk watching for his dinner entree to come by. I think we ended up close to 12,000 feet which we were quickly reminded of whenever we took short hikes from the Jeep. The last time we had tried this road we were blocked by a snow bank in May! No snow this time, just the wonderful still that is found in the mountains. SF
3 comments:
I enjoyed all the photos, but especially the old building. Did you go inside of it?
Yes, it's just a small rock building with a concrete floor and ceiling. There were also the remains of old mining operations in the area. One of my favorite shots were taken through one of the windows, viewing the hillside beyond. This was so high up, we were really feeling the altitude! It was a nice change from doing the photography at the huge , noisey motorcycle rally! sf
Great shots! I liked them all.
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