Hiking in Garden of the Gods and exploring downtown Colorado Springs

Yesterday morning I hiked the 1.8 mile Palmer, Upper Loop, and Central Garden Trail Loop. It was beautiful! I see why it’s called Garden of the Gods. It’s also cool since it’s free. There was some elevation change, so I … Continue reading

Hiking Pine Creek Trail in Gunnison and my Airbnb in Hooper, Colorado

The 2.4 mile Pine Creek Trail in Gunnison is absolutely breathtaking! As I walked along yesterday morning, it literally took my breath away. The reflections of the autumn leaves in the Gunnison River were gorgeous. There are about 230 steps … Continue reading

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado

Yesterday I drove from Palisade to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.  I stopped along the 16 mile round trip route at most of the scenic overlooks. There were usually a  .2 to .5 mile short walks to the … Continue reading

Colorado National Monument Loop Drive and wine tasting in Palisade

Yesterday I drove from Glenwood Springs to Grand Junction and drove the Colorado National Monument loop drive. If people are afraid of heights, I wouldn’t do this drive. I think the colors may have turned out even better if it … Continue reading

Cycling the Glenwood Canyon Trail, Glenwood Springs, Colorado

Yesterday I cycled 24 mi on the Glenwood Canyon Trail. I rented an e-bike, it took about 3 hours because I stopped quite a bit for photos. As you can see, it was stunning! I think inexperienced riders would find … Continue reading

Iron Mountain Hot Springs and Yampah Spa & Vapor Caves, Glenwood Springs, Colorado

Yesterday morning I went to Iron Mountain Hot Springs. I arrived just as they opened, that’s why there aren’t people in my photos. It’s beautiful! So relaxing! There are over 30 hot mineral tubs of varying temperatures. I even used … Continue reading

Driving from Denver to Glenwood Springs and taking the Georgetown Loop Train

Yesterday, I drove from Denver to Georgetown to take the 1 hour Georgetown Loop train ride. The aspens were turning golden. It was a beautiful ride. I took a short detour off of I-70 and stopped at a couple of … Continue reading

Exploring Santa Barbara, California

I left Solvang this morning and drove less than an hour to Arroyo Burro beach in Santa Barbara. Someone asked me to take their photo and then I asked them to take mine. I drove a short way to Shoreline … Continue reading