Moving On

Tomorrow is moving day - we are off to Estes Park - so today was cleaning, laundry and packing up day. Not fun. I think this is why Joseph would prefer to stay for 30 days each time we stop.


The final days in Colorado Springs were typically great. On Thursday we hiked in the Red Canyon Open Space. These open spaces are huge undeveloped parks which are very accessible. They are basically in town and feature hiking trails. After our hike, we went to Manitou Springs for lunch. Manitou Springs is a cute little town at the edge of Pikes Peak. It has the typical tourist shops, but still a fun stop.

On Friday we opted for another motorcycle ride. At first, as the temperature climbed to 97, I began to question our wisdom, but as we drove into the mountains the temperature eventually went down to 71. As usual, the views from the bike were amazing. How am I going to ride in Texas again after these Colorado rides?

That's Pike's Peak in the background.

On Saturday we went to the Pioneers Museum and had lunch at Phantom Canyon Brewing Company. Good food and good beer. I am looking forward to more beer tasting in Fort Collins and Golden. I believe I might also find some wineries.

Here are some more pictures.

View from Red Rock Canyon.

More shots from the road.