Fort Collins, CO
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We had a quick BTGTW ride. It is beautiful in Northern Colorado today. You'd never know we had a Spring snowstorm two days ago if you didn't see the evidence of it in the foothills and mountains beyond. We decided no dam ride today... because it is likely there is snow and runoff too close to the road and gravel everywhere. Instead, we took the long way across town and drove Hwy 1 north the ten miles to Wellington, then south to Budweiser, eventually winding our way back to the house.
The mountains were showing their best stuff this morning. This view is from the access road on I-25 just east of Fort Collins. Longs Peak is about centered along the peak-to-peak highway. If you'll recall, we were just up there weekend before last in the Tahoe. To the right are the mountains that loom over Estes Park which sits at the base of Rocky Mountain National Park. We're thinking it is going to be several weeks before Trail Ridge Road is accessible. Trail Ridge Road, which winds through the middle of Rocky Mountain National Park is the highest continuous road in the USA, with more than eight miles above 11,000 feet elevation and peaks out at over 12,000 feet. It is an awesome drive in a vehicle - we can't wait to do it on the Harley. It usually opens around Memorial Day if we don't have a late season snow storm. To the left of Longs Peak is the Indian Peak Wilderness. Brainard Lake (only eight feet deep), sits at the base of the Indian Peaks and is well known for fishing, camping, and numerous hiking trails - not to mention the breathtaking scenery.
That concludes today's travel log... the weather is supposed to improve as the week progresses... stay tuned for more BTGTW rides... ha!
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