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Coloradoon avait "fait"
Durango/Ouray via Old lime, en, puis Million dollar, arret à Silverton, tres kitch, mais à voir, puis coucher de soleil à Gunnisson, et rando au bout de la route. Nous avions diner à Montrose, au Red Barn, puis nuit à Grand Junction
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en date du 19 juin 2008, tu peux "piquer" quelques infos
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J'avais envisagé quelques randos, mais un camion à 2 à l'heure ds la descente nous a racourci notre temps à Ouray
Il y a une source chaude juste avant Ouray à gauche ds un virage, c'est indiqué, et un "centre" d'eaux chaudes à la sortie
Canon Waterfalls and Visitor Center
Box Canon Falls, Ouray's own wonder of the world, is the culmination of Canyon Creek narrowing and spilling thousands of gallons a minute of water over the falls. At this most spectacular geological formation, the 285 foot waterfall plummets into a narrow quartzite canyon. The walls overhang the falls by nearly 100 feet! The Ouray Ice Park, located within the canyon, provide unique winter climbing opportunities, and a chance to view world-class ice climbing competition. There are three interpretive trails in the park that range from easy to moderately difficult. The park offers picnicking, hiking, and unforgettable sightseeing. Our visitor center houses interpretive exhibits, describing the geology, wildlife, and history of the area. The park is on CR361 - off highway 550 just south of Ouray.
Admission to the Box Canon is $3.00 for adults, $1.50 for children 6 to 12 years old, and $2.50 for those over the age of 65.
Inside the town of Ouray, there are two "must see" waterfalls.
Cascade Falls
is on the northeast end of town, and Box Canyon Falls is located on the southwest side of town. The entrance by car is off of Highway 550 (southbound) and there is a $3 admission. Personally speaking, I think paying the $3 is well worth it!
MCD