Day 4 - Montrose to Moab

Set out somewhat early for Moab today. We decided to take the southern route and make a pitstop in Telluride. We had spectacular views of the San Juan mountains, now capped in snow. We doubled back to head into Telluride, a nice winding two lane road along the San Miguel river. We stopped at a county park both coming in and leaving. Initially it was to view the cottonwoods in the river valley, but it was so nice we decided to picnic lunch there later. The town of Telluride, while lovely in its mountain-nestled situation, is a typical old mountain town now defined by expensive, upscale tourism. We walked the main street and browsed the shops, but stores that offered socks for more than I'd pay for a nice meal for two were not that appealing.
So, we hit the road again and wound our way through canyons and wide valley floors, rolling hills and steep mountain passes. Some really amazing geological formations in both Colorado and Utah. Finally coming into Moab, we could see the beginnings of the Canyonlands National Park as we descended into the Colorado River valley. Looking forward to seeing that tomorrow.Read more