Visit to Carbondale

Rode my bike to Carbondale today; about 6 miles (all downhill:) from the KOA. A nice cloudy afternoon with a brief mountain shower was a welcome relief from the heat I'd expected. Carbondale is a town easy to like and one we all wish we'd purchased a dozen homes in 15 years ago:) The influence of Aspen's wealth has influenced nearby communities like Carbondale and even Glenwood Springs.

As a consultant, I worked on the Highway 82 expansion Environmental Assessment in the 90's and spent a lot of time in the Roaring Fork Valley. Although there are a lot more people and houses now, it is still a beautiful valley; if it wasn't for the high cost of living, it would be a great place to have a summer home.

Mount Sopris

On my bike ride with Mount Sopris in the background.

Crystal River near my campground.

Sculpture of a bison in Carbondale.