We headed west toward Bryce Canyon and Zion parks today. The 288 mile drive from Mancos, CO to Torrey, UT provided new and dramatic scenery.
We took the Bicentennial Highway (UT 95N) from Blanding to Hanksville, stopping at Natural Bridges National Monument on the way.
We took the Bicentennial Highway (UT 95N) from Blanding to Hanksville, stopping at Natural Bridges National Monument on the way.
Are there really bridges in here?
It's hot and dry out here.
Sapapu Bridge
Kachina Bridge
Owachomo Bridge
The route passed through Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. We could see Lake Powell in the distance. The Dirty Devil and Colorado rivers join just above Lake Powell.
We took UT 24W from Hanksville to Torrey. The landscape changes from CO through UT were awesome.
There were some serious ascents and descents (10% grades) on this trip. Some of the climbs were pretty slow. Fortunately, there was very little traffic.
We’re at Thousand Lakes RV Park in Torrey and will stay here a few days to check out the area.
Did you know?
How bridges and arches differ ... Natural bridges are formed by the erosive action of moving water. Arches are formed by other erosive forces, mainly frost action and seeping moisture. The same forces that form arches also work to enlarge natural bridges after stream erosion forms them.
Looks like you are having a wonderful time. The pictures are amazing. Thanks for taking us along with you.
ReplyDeleteWe have a new dining place for you to try. Slacker's Burger Joint in Torrey, UT. Great hamburgers and shakes. The owners came out and visited with us ... nice folks and a friendly atmosphere. They collect and display license plates. A Georgia plate would look great on their ceiling.
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