Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado - April 28, 2004
A several mile road up from the main road leads to the south rim of
Black Canyon. There's a lot more to see here, but we had no time and
little daylight left.
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This was recently upgraded from National Monument to National Park.
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First overlook: Tomichi Point.
Black Canyon from the first overlook at Tomichi Point.
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Snow-capped mountain off to the north.
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Closer view of the snow-capped mountain in the distance.
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Next stop: the visitors center at Gunnison Point. View from the parking lot.
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There's Gunnison point.
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The trail to the point.
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Excellent views from here.
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Look back up at the visitors center.
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The Gunnison River, far below.
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