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06-26-2017, 12:38 PM | #1 |
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Join Date: Jul 2016
Location: Colorado
Posts: 21
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Independence Pass, Colorado
Great ride this weekend (6/24 & 25, 2017) through the heart of the Wasatch range in western Colorado.
The route took us over two of the higher mountain passes in the state - Independence (#3) and Monarch Pass (#15). 14,000 ft peaks as far as the eye could see. From Grand Junction Via I-70, CO Hwy 82, US-24 & US 50. June 24_25 route map.jpg On the approach to the summit of Independence Pass. Very narrow and twisty road before breaking out into this valley. Closed in winter, and no vehicles/trailers over 35ft at any time. In some places, no center stripe and so narrow you'd swear it was a one-way. Approach to Independence Pass.jpg Independence Pass summit - 12,095 ft. Above the tree line, and still plenty of snow up here at the end of June. Windy and cold. Temps in the high 40's at noon. Independence sign_Nomad.jpg Twin Lakes area outside Buena Vista, CO. Beautiful country. Twin Lakes.jpg Monarch Pass - 11,312 ft. About 40 east of Gunnison, CO. Monarch Pass.jpg Stayed the night at the Gunnison, CO KOA. Nice place. Round trip from Grand Junction - about 400 miles.
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