Suggested Loop and Attractions
Gina and I are planning a 2-month loop heading north from Little Rock, Ar in late August. Honestly don't have a route preference, but want to get Tetons, Yellowstone, something cool in Oregon (crater...
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From Tulsa I usually make haste to the mountains of northern NM and make my way north through Colorado, to take advantage of the cooler temps and great scenery.
Wolf Creek Pass north of Pagosa Springs has a great view of the valley and a short walk to Treasure Falls. The drive from Durango to Ouray is spectacular, but some folks get nervous about the dropoffs along the roadway and the many sharp curves. As an alternative, head west from Durango to Cortez area and then north toward Telluride. You might enjoy the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. Don't miss driving through the Colorado National Monument (allow at least a half day) to see some great sandstone formations and scenic overlooks.
The Tetons should be great at that time of year. I'm looking forward to going back there this summer and taking the boat ride across Jenny Lake to walk a trail or two east of there; my brother says it's fabulous. Most everyone seems to say that Colter Bay is a great CG there.
When you head west from Yellowstone, I understand that northern Idaho is quite scenic. And I've seen pictures of Wallowa Valley across the border in E Oregon that make me want to go there sometime. Plus that whole Oregon/N.Cal coastline sounds wonderful. Have a great time.
Wolf Creek Pass north of Pagosa Springs has a great view of the valley and a short walk to Treasure Falls. The drive from Durango to Ouray is spectacular, but some folks get nervous about the dropoffs along the roadway and the many sharp curves. As an alternative, head west from Durango to Cortez area and then north toward Telluride. You might enjoy the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. Don't miss driving through the Colorado National Monument (allow at least a half day) to see some great sandstone formations and scenic overlooks.
The Tetons should be great at that time of year. I'm looking forward to going back there this summer and taking the boat ride across Jenny Lake to walk a trail or two east of there; my brother says it's fabulous. Most everyone seems to say that Colter Bay is a great CG there.
When you head west from Yellowstone, I understand that northern Idaho is quite scenic. And I've seen pictures of Wallowa Valley across the border in E Oregon that make me want to go there sometime. Plus that whole Oregon/N.Cal coastline sounds wonderful. Have a great time.
