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Bighorn.org: Desert Bighorn Sheep are generally smaller and lighter colored than their cousins, the Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep.
Large rams usually weigh under 220 pounds. They stand 38-42 inches tall at the shoulder.
Desert Bighorns are found in the southwestern United States, including Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, and southern California. A significant population is also found in northern Mexico.
The horns of Desert Bighorns are typically longer and not as massive as those of Rocky Mountain Bighorns. These horns are usually curled close to the face but may flare widely outward, showing wide variation in horn structure between individuals.
Desert Bighorns also have slightly longer ears and tails than Rocky Mountain Bighorns. Desert Bighorn ewes also typically have longer horns than other North American wild sheep females.
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AbrahamLincolnOnline.org: In front of the Lincoln Tomb entrance in Springfield, Illinois, you encounter this massive bronze bust of Abraham Lincoln. Its poignant mood sets the tone for the memorial within, but visitors to Oak Ridge Cemetery often cannot resist rubbing the nose for good luck, so simply tradition. The marble original of this replica stands in the U.S. Capitol. Sculptor Gutzon Borglum, best known for his presidential stone faces at Mount Rushmore, South Dakota, used the 1860 Volk life mask of Lincoln and photographs to create this unforgettable portrait.
Roadsideamerica.com: 200,000 people a year visit Lincoln's Tomb in Springfield's Oak Ridge Cemetery. Judging from the appearance of Abe's big bronze head, lots of those visitors make it a point to stop and give a rub to Lincoln's nose.
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Glacier National Park
Or, perhaps, this photo portrays Glacier National Park.
This is wonderful road is US Route 2, which borders next to the Glacier National Park, which goes between West Glacier, Montana to East Glacier, Montana, with rivers, creeks, waterfalls. This spot was near to East Glacier.
Everything past the yellow signs (a few yards away) is in the National Park.
There were few vehicles, and it was nice to walk and stand in the middle of the road and take the photo. I badly wanted to drive through those mountains, but the road is opened only from July to October.
It was time to stare in the middle of US Route 2 at the majesty and grandeur of nature and review everything.
This is the definition of bitter-sweet. The same high degree of success and failure, at the same time.
On one side of the coin, it was so exciting, my jaw was gaping, all my senses (eyes, ears, nose, skin) are on high alert. Maybe, taste too. The other side of the coin, I failed getting to the Going To The Sun Road.
And stared and stared at the mountains … … that I can’t get there.
Plan B (not able to drive through the mountains) is dramatic and is intense. Going To The Sun Road must be something special!
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Galena, Kansas, is a well-known town on Historic Route 66, featuring a preserved section of the original roadbed and several attractions, including the "Cars on the Route" service station that inspired the character Mater from the Disney/Pixar movie Cars. The town was once a prosperous mining community but transformed into a tourist destination due to its Route 66 history, with ongoing preservation efforts to maintain its landmarks and celebrate the iconic highway.
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Mirages and Inversions. Near-surface temperature inversions are often found in valleys or deserts due to the rapid heating and slower cooling of the ground, which can trap cooler air underneath a hot layer, leading to phenomena like mirages.
Desert dust inversion is a temperature inversion that occurs when dust-laden air from the desert is lifted above denser air, causing the temperature to increase with height.
Dust storms are often caused by thunderstorms that form in the mountains and higher terrain. As the air in the thunderstorm cools and sinks, it picks up dust and debris from the desert floor. This can lead to strong winds and blowing dust, even if there's no rain.
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3valley.com: Nestled between the clear waters of Three Valley Lake and sheer cliffs of the Monashee Mountains, Three Valley Lake Chateau is an extraordinary Revelstoke resort destination. Whether you are looking for Revelstoke accommodations or attractions, Three Valley Lake Chateau is the place to visit.
Come back into history with us…
3 Valley Gap Heritage Ghost Town gives you the opportunity to relive the colourful pioneer days of the late 1800’s. Gold fever brought thousands of fortune seekers to this part of the country in 1862.
The gold rush was short lived, leaving behind many abandoned buildings and towns, now known as Ghost Towns.
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The day started pretty poorly (photographically speaking) as we got up for sunrise but it had been raining all night and was still raining heavily as we sat in the car at Inspiration Point waiting for dawn to break. As expected it very undramatically just got light. We'd pretty much written the day off when it started showing signs of breaking so headed out to Bryce Point where the clouds were moving nicely across the hoodoos creating some stunning light and shadows.
Antelopecanyon.com:
Upon arrival at the Upper Antelope Canyon, you will come off the truck and step into the desert and enter an amazing fantasy world of sandstone that has been carved by many years of wind and water. Our tour guides will explain some geology, culture, history, and insights with camera settings.
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We arrived at this incredible place just in time for sunset and a great time to see the early evening light shine on the hoodoos. Take a look bottom left to see the photographer on the ledge to give a bit of scale.
Azwonders.com: Imagine if God held his hands a mile above the earth and slowly spread his fingers, allowing colorful sand to slip through and fall into spectacular mounds on the desert floor below. That begins to describe Arizona’s Painted Desert.
Wikipedia: Much of the Painted Desert within Petrified Forest National Park is protected as Petrified Forest Wilderness, where motorized travel is limited.[4] The park offers both easy and longer hikes into the colored hills. The Painted Desert continues north into the Navajo Nation, where off-road travel is allowed only by permit.
Facts about Arizona’s Painted Desert
•Discovered and named by an expedition team under Francisco Vazques de Coronado in 1540
•Rich mineral content in the soil gives the cone-shaped mounds of soil their beautiful colors
•Brilliant and varied colors ranging from red to white to lavender
•Stretches 160 miles from east end of Grand Canyon National Park southeast into Petrified Forest National Park and beyond
•Covers an area of approximately 93,500 acres
•Tracts of heavily eroded, uncultivable land with little vegetation
•Access by motor vehicle is very limited
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The beautiful and stylish waterfront panorama of Boston Massachusetts taken from a boat out in the harbour on a lovely June 3rd 2014.
Wildlife Loop Road
This drive provides spectacular opportunities to encounter a wide range of wildlife. Be sure to keep a safe distance (recommended at least 25 yards) from bison, elk, mountain goats and other animals. For the safety of the animals the park asks that you keep your speed at around 25mph or lower. Plan for one to two hours to complete this drive.
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Wanderlustamerica.com: Grand Canyon National Park is the 15th site in the United States to be named as a National Park. It is situated in northwestern Arizona and is often called one of the seven natural wonders of the world. The Grand Canyon Park attracts up to 6.2 million visitors every year. Ancient Native Americans used to live in and around the park about 12,000 years ago. Today, people from all around the world come here to experience its helicopter rides, visitor centers, mule rides, and much more.
Unesco.org: Carved out by the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon (nearly 1,500 m deep) is the most spectacular gorge in the world. Located in the state of Arizona, it cuts across the Grand Canyon National Park. Its horizontal strata retrace the geological history of the past 2 billion years. There are also prehistoric traces of human adaptation to a particularly harsh environment.
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Lake of the Shuswap scenic viewpoint.
Sicamous.ca: From cabins to canoeing, camping to snowmobiling, hiking to houseboating and everything in-between, whether you’re looking to relax and sun-soak or for something more adventurous, Sicamous has it all.
Conveniently located at the intersection of two major highway routes, the Trans-Canada Highway and Highway 97A, Sicamous connects travelers from the Lower Mainland and neighbouring Alberta to the sought-after destinations of the Okanagan and Shuswap.
At the heart of the community is the Sicamous Channel, bridging the Mara and Shuswap lakes which have long been popular destinations for vacationers. Trademarked as the Houseboat Capital of Canada, Sicamous offers the unique experience of houseboating that welcomes thousands of visitors each year. Sicamous also attracts a rush of travelers and seasonal residents called by the lakes to boat, swim, fish, and paddle, tripling the population in the summer months.
As well as being the “Gateway to the Shuswap”, Sicamous has become the northern gateway to an exciting new intercommunity project, the Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail. Unfolding the story of the traditional Secwépemc territory, the trail will link to the Vernon-Kelowna rail-trail greenway and extend 200 kilometers south to Osoyoos, opening opportunities to promote recreation and cultural tourism in the area.
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I had to stop at Crazy Creek, it's next to Canada Hwy 1. This time of the year, the snows are melting, the water was exploding.
I did not find any information about the Crazy Creek Waterfalls, except for resort's advertising.
Crazycreekresort.com: Escape to the majestic mountains near Revelstoke and experience the beauty of nature at our vacation rental and RV resort. Located along the Eagle River and Crazy Creek.
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Galena, Kansas, is a well-known town on Historic Route 66, featuring a preserved section of the original roadbed and several attractions, including the "Cars on the Route" service station that inspired the character Mater from the Disney/Pixar movie Cars. The town was once a prosperous mining community but transformed into a tourist destination due to its Route 66 history, with ongoing preservation efforts to maintain its landmarks and celebrate the iconic highway.
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Upon arrival at the Upper Antelope Canyon, you will come off the truck and step into the desert and enter an amazing fantasy world of sandstone that has been carved by many years of wind and water. Our tour guides will explain some geology, culture, history, and insights with camera settings.
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This is the Grand Canyon before getting to the National Park. This is on Hwy 64 near to Cameron, Arizona. This is Navajo land. It’s about 20 minutes to getting into the Grand Canyon National Park Entrance, which is in US federal land.
Ooh, what’s this? There were American flags, Navajo souvenirs, there were cars in the parking lot. I had to stop.
There’s a path to walk to the Grand Canyon, with a sign warning about reptiles. This is a nice place to walk next to Grand Canyon without having to getting into the National Park.
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The story behind this one goes back over two years to when we first passed through Kanab in Southern Utah and found out about this amazing rock formation and hike.
They only let 20 people a day into North Coyote Buttes and this is decided by a lottery draw 10 of which are 4 months in advance online and 10 from a walk in lottery the day before.
Fast forward two years to May of this year and we entered the online lottery. The lottery was run on the 1st of June which can sometimes have thousands of applicants and we were unsuccessful. We planned two nights in Kanab into our roadtrip to give us two chances at the day before draw, and headed off at the crack of dawn from Bryce Canyon for entry number one. There were 80 people there that day and we walked away unsuccessful once again. We had one chance left before we left Kanab and went in there with no expectation. There were 60-70 people there, one of whom had been there applying every day for 8 days! When our number was called out (the second to be called) it felt a little unreal after waiting so long but we'd done it!
We wanted to make the most of this once in a lifetime opportunity and decided to hire a guide to take us there as we wanted to go during the day and stay until after dark to do a bit of light painting and shoot the Milky Way. There were many warnings about people who had got lost and died out in the dessert and we didn't fancy our chances of finding our way back out in the dark!
We met our guide (Nermo from Seeking Treasure Adventures) at 8.30 and climbed aboard his Hummer for the off road trip to the trail head. A 3 1/2 mile trek over rough terrain of deep sand and slick rock and two hours later this was the sight that met us. A stunning and surreal landscape which only a handful of people ever get to see. We felt very privileged to be there and with the help of Yermo we got see see a lot of other great stuff around the area and beyond The Wave. We hiked the best part of 12 miles carrying all our camera gear and 4 litres of water and thoroughly enjoyed every step! The rest of this story about out night time experience here will follow later!
We park our Candy Red Mustang and take a break at the Elbow Inn on Teardrop Road Devils Elbow, Missouri on May 18th 2010.
Wikipedia: Chimney Rock is a 6,420-foot summit in Capitol Reef National Park in Wayne County,
Utahsadventurefamily.com: Chimney Rock is not a hiking destination, but a road-side pullout with a trailhead. You can easily see Chimney Rock just by driving by. However, we enjoyed the 3.6 mile loop that takes you into the small canyon behind Chimney Rock. This hike is steep, which is the reason we label it as moderate. It starts out with the first third mile climbing nearly as steeply as a staircase. The overall elevation gain is 590 feet. About a half mile into the hike, the trail splits. There is a sign directing you to the right to follow Chimney Rock Loop Trail. However, you’ll see this sign again because the loop starts here. To the right, the trail climbs to the ridge.
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Wanderlustamerica.com: Grand Canyon National Park is the 15th site in the United States to be named as a National Park. It is situated in northwestern Arizona and is often called one of the seven natural wonders of the world. The Grand Canyon Park attracts up to 6.2 million visitors every year. Ancient Native Americans used to live in and around the park about 12,000 years ago. Today, people from all around the world come here to experience its helicopter rides, visitor centers, mule rides, and much more.
Unesco.org: Carved out by the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon (nearly 1,500 m deep) is the most spectacular gorge in the world. Located in the state of Arizona, it cuts across the Grand Canyon National Park. Its horizontal strata retrace the geological history of the past 2 billion years. There are also prehistoric traces of human adaptation to a particularly harsh environment.
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Awesternrose .com: Nestled in the heart of Cody, Wyoming, lies a unique historical attraction. It’s called Old Trail Town, a living testament to the American West’s pioneering spirit.
Founded in 1967, Old Trail Town is more than just a museum. It’s a carefully curated collection of authentic Western buildings, each with its own story to tell. From a rustic saloon to a humble schoolhouse, these structures paint a vivid picture of life on the frontier.
But the town’s appeal goes beyond its buildings. It’s also the final resting place of several notable figures from the Wild West. Among them is mountain man John “Liver-Eating” Johnson, whose life inspired the movie “Jeremiah Johnson”.
Old Trail Town is not just a destination, but a journey back in time. As you walk its dusty streets, you can almost hear the echoes of cowboys, trappers, and outlaws who once called this place home. It’s a tangible connection to a bygone era, preserved for future generations to explore and appreciate.
Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a teacher, a student, or a tourist passing through Cody Wyoming, Old Trail Town has something to offer. It’s a place where the past comes alive, offering a unique and immersive educational experience.
In this comprehensive guide, we’ll take you on a virtual tour of Old Trail Town. We’ll explore its historical significance, its attractions, and provide useful visitor information. So saddle up, and let’s hit the trail to the Old West (Yellowstone Highway).
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Wildlife Loop Road
This drive provides spectacular opportunities to encounter a wide range of wildlife. Be sure to keep a safe distance (recommended at least 25 yards) from bison, elk, mountain goats and other animals. For the safety of the animals the park asks that you keep your speed at around 25mph or lower. Plan for one to two hours to complete this drive.
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automotivehalloffame.org:
The Tucker automobile was designed with an unusual rear-mounted engine and numerous safety and performance features, including a padded dash, pop-out windshield, disc brakes, and a “cyclops eye” center headlight that turned with the wheels.
Tucker hired Alex Tremulis to style the body of the 48, and the first prototype was unveiled to the public in 1947. Unfortunately, only 51 cars were built before Tucker became mired in a legal battle with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Tucker and his company were eventually found not guilty, but the company had lost is factory and had accumulated a crippling amount of debt. Despite his company’s failure, Tucker will always be remembered as one of the great revolutionaries of the automobile industry.
National Automobile Museum: The National Automobile Museum (The Harrah Collection) has a “Wow!” factor you don’t often find in a museum. You’ll see more than 200 eye-popping cars with authentic street scenes and sounds. The facades bring displays to life; a hardware store here, a movie theatre there which accompany artifacts from each era. It’s located on the corner of Lake and Mill Streets in downtown Reno.
We are dedicated to offering entertaining and educational experiences through special programs, exhibits, events, and stories about our collections – and sharing history through the timeline of the automobile.
Our Mission is to collect and preserve the automobile for future generations, with an emphasis on vehicles collected by William Fisk “Bill” Harrah, to tell the story of the impact of the automobile on American society, and to perpetuate the legacy of Mr. Harrah as a renowned collector.
Glenrio sits just a few yards to the south of Interstate 40 at Texas exit 0 on Business I-40, a road which turns into a local gravel road at the state line. The economy destroyed many businesses and towns when Route 66 ended.
This picture makes me giggle. You are now leaving New Mexico, Land of Enchantment. If I’m leaving enchantment, what do I get next? St. Jon was the enchantment? Oh, No!
Then the Texas State Line.
Then the Mountain-Central Time Zone Line.
Onlyinyourstate.com: Take our famous Exit 0 to Glenrio, where you'll be able to stand in two different time zones at once. While it's always fun to cross off the whole "standing in two states at once" thing from your bucket list, it's even more exciting to be able to say you were also in two different time zones!
Wikipedia: The Ozark Trail was formed into U.S. Route 66 on November 11, 1926. By the 1930s, U.S. Route 66 was a paved, two-lane road served locally by several filling stations, a restaurant, and a motel. The road was widened in the 1950s. A Texaco station (1950) and a diner (Brownlee Diner/Little Juarez Café, 1952) were constructed in Texas using the art moderne architectural style.
Three filling stations (the 1925 Broyles Mobil station, a 1935 Texaco, and the 1946 Ferguson gas station) once operated in New Mexico. It went into decline during 1975 when Interstate 40 had bypassed the town.
Portions of The Grapes of Wrath (1940) were filmed in Glenrio.[9] An abandoned "Glenn Rio Motel" is depicted in the town of Radiator Springs in 2006's animated film Cars, where the architectural design of Glenrio's Little Juarez Café is used for a vacant, abandoned building, which eventually becomes the Racing Museum. The opening scene from the movie Daylight's End (2018) was filmed in Glenrio.
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