(Lujane CO) Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park-South Rim featured a very deep and narrow canyon cut by the Gunnison River. There was a scenic drive along the south rim, with pull-outs and paths to overlooks into the canyon. Cliffs and rock formations of great variety made for some really spectacular scenes. The views […]
(Lujane CO) While at the South Rim of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, I hiked two trails. One followed the rim of the canyon, and the other went to the high point overlooking the river. Both were pretty easy, with good views, and not too long. Rim Rock Trail From the campground […]
(Redstone CO) The Coke Ovens at Redstone were used to convert coal mined from the area into coke by baking it in kilns with an oxygen deprived burn. Coking makes a more efficient fuel for use in factories and smelters. The ovens were next to a rail line making for easy transport to markets. These […]