the wandering chick
Highway 133
...the West Elk Loop

I have done but a small portion of the West Elk Loop. Highway 133 between Carbondale and Paonia is a remarkable and stunning drive, but only the beginning of the loop that surrounds the West Elk Wilderness.

Hopefully, I will tour the whole loop within the next few weeks, so check back often.

The towns of Marble and Redstone and the McClure Pass dominate this portion of this scenic and historic byway.

outside El Jebel
Above and Below: Looking north from the outskirts of the small town of El Jebel
outside El Jebel

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the Highway 133 heading south to Redstone
Mountains looking east from the 133
The Roaring Fork Valley from McClure Pass
Heading south to Redstone
sunlight hits the trees
Looking north into the Roaring Fork Valley from McClure Pass
the Raggeds
The Raggeds parallel Highway 133 for several miles and offer a great view off to the east.
The Raggeds
The Raggeds
the Crystal River
Another scenic feature of this portion of the West Elk Loop is the Crystal River. Mt. Sopris is in the background.
mouontain scene on the 133
Just north of the Raggeds is this stunning mountain peak. I'm still trying to figure out its name.
the Crystal River
The Crystal River, looking south
the Crystal River

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