From Telluride we set out to head for Grand Junction along the R145 and R141 roads. This route came as a complete surprise to me as I had been expecting Colorado to be all John Denver and Ski Resorts. Nothing could be further from the truth. Whilst those places exist (Telluride, Aspen etc) much of the lower altitude areas are similar to the arid Arizona and Utah areas we had already passed through. Highway 141 in particular follows a canyon of the Dolores river through red sandstone rocks.
We stopped on 141 at the 141 diner for drinks
Then onwards towards Grand Mesa
The ride over
Grand Mesa was a treat. We climbed to 10,800 feet and then dropped down the other side of the mesa.
Ended up in a small place outside Paonia - family run motel, very helpful and friendly even to running in to town for us to collect the pizzas we ordered! Thanks!
Oh yes, BTW loads more pics and stuff over here ...
Chris - Tour Leader's Blog is here
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