…well into the second 5 year mission!

On To Capitol Reef

Working my to the northwest, the next stop for me was Capitol Reef.  Native Americans called this home long before Europeans saw it.

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For two days, I too called this home.

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My first day here was beneath grey skies.  The sun sneaked out on the afternoon of the second day, so I headed out.  I found the Capitol Dome…

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Further west, the views were expansive.

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This place is full of trails; it was frustrating to not be able to hike them.  Still, there is a road, called Scenic Drive, that gives a nice experience.

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2 responses

  1. Capitol Reef is one of our favorites. Very nice photos that make me want to be there.

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    March 31, 2016 at 1:34 am

  2. It’s been a really long time since having been there, but your photos bring it all back to my brain. Must go again!

    Virtual hugs,

    Judie

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    March 31, 2016 at 4:34 pm

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