We were camping in Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP and had some time to explore the area near the park. A friend of mine, who has traveled extensively in Colorado, recommended we drive to the Blue Mesa Dam and hike at the Pine Creek Trailhead and drive CO-92 from the dam to the Hermit's Rest picnic area, stopping at the scenic overlooks along the way. What an amazing collection of scenery! This is a must if you are passing through the area. I wonder how many people drive right through the area, never knowing what they missed.
View from Hermit's Rest:
View at Pioneer Looking Point:
Pine Creek Trail along the Gunnison River:
View from Hermit's Rest:
View at Pioneer Looking Point:
Pine Creek Trail along the Gunnison River:
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