Independence Monument, one of the more prominent formations in this desert canyon and plateau landscape. Colorado National Monuement is a pleasant surprise, located in western Colorado, just south of Grand Junction. It looks more like Utah than what most people would think of when thinking of Colorado.
by Donald A. Klosterman, Ph.D., Dayton, Ohio, USA
View of Wedding Canyon from the continuously scenic and breath-taking Rim Rock Drive.
Nice rock formation seen on the side of Rim Rock Road. Orange against blue, what a combination!
Weathered remains of a juniper tree, a testament to the severity of the desert environment.
Ute Canyon overlook, one of the most scenic points in the park - a mini "Grand Canyon".
Red Canyon overlook.
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