From Pueblo, we followed US50 along the Arkansas River which provided us with some great scenery. Much of this section of the Arkansas River has a lot of white water rafting and we were able to see many of the groups as they made their way downstream. It was a Saturday and there were a lot of rafts on the river.
We also witnessed a very large number of fly fishermen all along the river. It must be trout season. I thought about stopping and getting out my fly rod, but didn't feel I should take the time. But, what a temptation!
We eventually ran out of river and made our way up the grade and across the Continental Divide at 11,200 feet. There we found ourselves in snow, although the road was clear and dry.
Carole wasn't very happy about US50 winding around at 11,000 feet, but I thought it was an absolutely amazing drive. We made our way through most of the Colorado Rockies and stopped Saturday night at Montrose, Colorado, a very pretty small mountain town which obviously caters to outdoor enthusiasts; skiers, bikers, hikers, rafters, fishermen, and hunters.
What a wonderful day. I can hardly wait for tomorrow.
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