The Great Basin

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 So, coming out of Grand Junction on our way to Delta, Utah on Sunday, we decided to take the long way, off the interstates as much as possible. The route took us due north on Colorado 139, US 6 and old US 40 through some lovely roads and interesting and quite varied scenery.

For those not familiar with the American West, this is "purple mountains majesty."


Along the way we saw open land, traversed an area of ancient native settlements along the West Douglas Creek and through Dinosaur and Vernal Utah and saw any number of active and abandoned ranches, recreational areas, and considerable traffic at times. Still I was able much of the time to drive the temperature, in the upper 90s+.




Rosa's moment of glory. She felt that she was given too little credit during the earlier parts of the trip.

A good day. Tomorrow, Monday, across Utah to Nevada and more backroads.


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