San Isabel National Forest

Went out for another weekend of leaf peeping and came across this on our way up to St. Elmo and Tincup.

The Alpine Tunnel is an 1800ft long railroad tunnel at an elevation of 11,523 Ft. It was the first railroad tunnel through the Continental Divide and the U.S. Forest Service says “ it remains the highest railroad tunnel and the longest narrow gauge tunnel in North America”. The rail bed up to the tunnel is now a hiking trail. The people that built this were “badass”

Scenic Log Cabin along a lake and wiith mountains in the background, caught my eye on the back way into Aspen, Colorado

Beautiful lake. Hard to get to but glad we went. There was a man fishing on the lake. Had flippers on and wading boots in a raft. You may be able to see him on the lake to the right.

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Mt. Princeton

Explore the great outdoors at Mt. Princeton and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Nathrop. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

Cottonwood Lake

Explore the great outdoors at Cottonwood Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Buena Vista. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

Cottonwood Hot Springs

Explore the great outdoors at Cottonwood Hot Springs and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Buena Vista. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

Monarch Ski Area

Hit the slopes in Salida with a visit to Monarch Ski Area. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

St. Elmo

You can learn about the history of Nathrop when you stop by St. Elmo. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Agnes Vaille Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Agnes Vaille Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Nathrop. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

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Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort

15870 County Road 162 Nathrop CO

Monarch Mountain Lodge

22720 W US Hwy 50 Monarch CO

A-Lodge Salida - Cabins RV Tents Camping

16105 U.S. 50 Salida CO

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