Starin' out at the great divide
I could go east, I could go west,
It was all up to me to decide
Just then I saw a young hawk flyin'
And my soul began to rise
And pretty soon
My heart was singin'
Roll, roll me away,
I'm gonna roll me away tonight
Gotta keep rollin, gotta keep ridin',
Keep searchin' till I find what's right
Bob Seger
Left Dillon under clear cool skies, a quick ride up I-70 through the tunnel under Loveland then headed north over another pass adding to the dozen or so we have already driven.
Eventually it was on to Rocky Mountain National Park and another day of incredible riding. Didn't get many miles today but had quality over quantity this state just keeps impressing with new things to see. Once in the park the road starts to climb rapidly back and forth up steep mountain grades with speeds from 30 to 10. After a few minutes you can look down and see the tiny dots of cars coming up behind far below. Looking back has to be in quick glances as the road is narrow with sharp turns and few guard rails, just what we are looking for.
Shortly after entering the park we saw the first of several moose sightings, also lots of elk were in attendance for the tourists pleasure today. This causes many of said tourists to stop their vehicles in the middle of the road and jump out to take pictures. Sometimes the animals themselves caused the traffic delays. Two elk were crossing the road and the first elk, obviously a male, waited for traffic to stop and made a quick direct crossing. The second elk, possibly a female, started across then stopped went back started again eventually stopping in the road before finally crossing at a leisurely pace.
Stopped at the top of the park, the Alpine Lodge for a break and to admire the scenery. Lunch tastes great when you are eating above the tree line at almost 12,000 feet with a view for miles around. Restrooms, and drinking fountains were out of order since all the water pipes and supply was still frozen.
Into Estes Park Co stopped for the night nice motel, gorgeous views, walked to dinner. Finally leaving Colorado tomorrow.
Chuck
2 comments:
Oh, I can hear that Bob Seger song playing in the Ram Charger on the way to school or blaring through the living room speakers. You did give us quite an appreciation for music!
I was thinking a few choice words when I started reading, "After a few minutes you can look down and see the tiny dots of cars coming up behind far below." Oh, Lord!! Are you even supposed to drive motorcycles on these roads?!?! I'm sure you guys are causing some heads to turn as well. Not just the real animals...
Enjoy! Love ya!
Let me clarify the male/female elk...males are all business, females enjoy life and stop to enjoy the scenery!
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