We made it to the Summit today! Yesterday it was only open to 11,000 feet and this afternoon they opened it to the TOP —14,115 feet! So we took off. It was a VERY EXTRA scary drive. It’s 19 miles total! I prayed, leaned into the middle of the car, held my breath, couldn’t talk, and prayed some more. My hands were sweating. My husband did a fabulous job ..but it was still one of the most scariest things we have ever done! I really can’t describe the roads and switchbacks. There was no railing, but it was icy and very windy. My favorite thing was the beautiful scenery. You could see for miles.
Here are some pictures that I took. I have more on my good camera, but these are iPhone pictures from mine and my husbands phone…
this is a view from the 13000 feet stop(mile marker 13)
I was a nervous wreck. It felt weird standing up. Almost like I was on a ride at the fair.
14,115 feet! We did it!
This is from the top right where we parked our car.
Just beautiful!
Cool and Windy! Notice construction crew behind us working on new observation deck and cog railway.
Mile Marker 18.. Usually big horn sheep are in this area.
We didn’t see Big Foot
Its $15 per person to drive up this scenic highway, and it is worth it!
Way to go Fin! What a bucket list! So glad God answered prayers and got you there and back safely..Im trembling just thinking about it😩
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Absolutely George our day to summit !!!!
Can’t believe how well-maintained that road is. I kept my eyes on the road 12-15 feet in front of us, but am told the scenery was breathtaking.
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gorgeOUS …..
not “George our”
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Nice… with clear skies and unlimited visibility in your pics, I didn’t think those were from yesterday!
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Right. We went back once we heard it was open to the Summit!
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