Maroon Bells

The Maroon Bells near Aspen Colorado are supposed to be one of the most photographed locations in all of North America. It's always been on my bucket list to shoot, and I'm glad I finally made it. It was worth the trip.

The road leading up to the Maroon Bells and the first glimpse of the peaks

The recent snowfall provided nice contrast

On the trail to Crater lake, looking back on Maroon lake

The Maroon Bells; photographed by many, for good reason

Durango, Telluride, Black Bear pass

These mountains are sooo beautiful! The jeep performed magnificently. This was the lest leg of our trip before we headed home, it was a bittersweet end to the grand adventure.

Driving through alpine scenery

We had some friends meet us in Colorado!

The steep path up the mountain, the CJ-5 was a champ!

The Sangre de Cristos, Colorful Colorado!

High country

At the top of the pass

We hit the top to see the sun light up the mountains. 

At the top of Black Bear pass

Rugged country

Heading down the mountain

The road is amazing, I love it. 

High mountain lake

Mountain wildflowers

Descending "the steppes" 

Down toward Telluride, the trail is rough 

The trail is dangerous

This jeep went down the mountain shortly before us

Bridal Veil falls

HDR

The first moose we saw in Colorado

Big bull

Southern Colorado

We drove from Yellowstone to Glenwood springs in a day. I love Colorado, and I cant wait to explore more around here.

Mine near Silverton

Our Campground near Glenwood Springs

The Wyoming state highway turned to dirt when it crossed the Colorado line

Tepee, in the campsite we spent a night at.