Posted by Stan Rose on December 2, 2007 at 8:18 PM
Had to stop at Black Canyon on my way back from the San Juans. The rim drive is closed to autos which makes for a nice hike. Here's a couple shots of the canyon. (more at ESS)
Posted by Stan Rose on December 2, 2007 at 8:19 PM
Not as cool as my 'Secret Canyon' but worth a few photos!
Posted by Stan Rose on December 2, 2007 at 8:21 PM
Close to sunset, the light went downhill fast--that canyon is too deep for light to enter!
Posted by Stan Rose on December 2, 2007 at 9:58 PM
What the hey, here's one more from the mesa resevoir.
Posted by Joshua Hardin on December 2, 2007 at 11:01 PM
Very cool (or cold!) stuff Stan. Haven't seen many photos from the Black Canyon during winter. Closed roads is probably why. Definitely worth a visit at this time of year!
Posted by Scott Borger on December 2, 2007 at 11:03 PM
I like the shot from Mesa Res. the best.
Posted by Stan Rose on December 2, 2007 at 11:24 PM
Thanks Scott for the input. Yes, Josh, not much access, but apparently the road is used quite a bit for snowshoeing and skiing. I had both with me, but with asphalt showing i figured walking was best!
Posted by Todd Caudle on December 3, 2007 at 12:17 AM
Geez, when were you there, Stan??? I was there yesterday and today. Did I just miss you today?
Posted by Todd Caudle on December 3, 2007 at 12:18 AM
Nevermind. I just noticed how little snow is in your shots. There was a ton up there from this latest storm.
Posted by Stan Rose on December 3, 2007 at 12:25 AM
Oh sure, just rub some more salt in my wounds, Todd
Yes, this was last sunday/monday. Looks like more snow to come for next weekend.
Posted by Paul Wegemann on December 3, 2007 at 8:33 AM
The canyon sure is pretty in snow. I'm gonna have to add that to my list of places to go in winter. I'm voting for the Mesa Res shot out of this bunch.
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10 repliesYes, this was last sunday/monday. Looks like more snow to come for next weekend.