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4runnerguy
Jan 22, 2015Explorer
There is no fast, straight road to get to Gateway. Depending on which road you use, plan on taking some time to traverse the last 20-40 miles or so.
I'd plan your trip to visit Carlsbad Caverns. Best cave in the US IMHO.
I'd plan to head through Cortez and north from there. While in Cortez, Mesa Verde isn't very far away.
Be aware that even in late April, the CO high country can get significant snowfall, so a scenic route that takes you through Ouray or Telluride, can get pretty iffy after a snow storm.
I'd plan your trip to visit Carlsbad Caverns. Best cave in the US IMHO.
I'd plan to head through Cortez and north from there. While in Cortez, Mesa Verde isn't very far away.
Be aware that even in late April, the CO high country can get significant snowfall, so a scenic route that takes you through Ouray or Telluride, can get pretty iffy after a snow storm.
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