Dinosaur National Monument Scenic Drive

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May 17th. This morning we head east into Colorado. We pass through Dinosaur, the location of the Dinosaur National Monument headquarters, where the large dinosaur excavations can usually be seen. The center is closed, but we drive further east and decide to take the 35-mile Dinosaur Scenic Drive to Harper's Corner. The views are so spectacular, we take most of the day enjoying the drive and vista points. Late in the afternoon, we head for Yampa River State Park where, at last, we pitch our tent.

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Photos

Dinosaur Monument Scenic Drive
We begin our climb.

Dinosaur Monument Scenic Drive
Each turn provides another breathtaking view.

Dinosaur Monument Scenic Drive
The vistas grow wider.

Dinosaur Monument Scenic Drive
At the top of the drive we are above most of the clouds.

Dinosaur Monument Scenic Drive
We stop for lunch near the top.

Dinosaur Monument Scenic Drive
The drive back down is just as spectacular.

Our first campsite
We find a campground at Yampa State Park for our first night of camping.

Comments

[Vallen]

Luxury camping
That campsite looks quite hospitable even for this definite non-camper. I've been enjoying the photos of your trip so much. I have a hard time waiting for each new installment. Sorry about your computer. Hope that situation is resolved soon.