Pikes Peak

Grand Junction, CO to Colorado Springs, CO

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July 12th 2018
We started the day in the fertile river valley of Grand Junction green with fruit trees and vineyards. We picked up some Palisade peaches for lunch before getting back on the road. We enjoyed the drive through the mountain pass to Leadville (elevation 10,152’), crossing the Continental divide one more time, and then winding down through Glenwood Canyon. We ate lunch at the headwaters of the Arka ... read more

North America » United States » Colorado

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more