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Thanks for the updates guys, much appreciated. Looks like I need to get out sooner rather than later, as I'm planning to hit Kebler Pass and maybe Grand Mesa.
Kee Woo Rhee wrote:
I had the most fabulous day today photographing around Ouray. Red Mountain, Crystal Lake, and along the Million Dollar Highway.. beautiful fall color was added with fogs and all other exciting weather!!
Right now I am 20 min away from the Black Canyon which would be my tomorrow's adventure location. I am planning to be in Maroon Bells this Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday if necessary.
PS: If any one would tip me where I should be photographing in the Black Canyon NP, I would appreciate it very much. Thanks!
Fall colors aside, the Black Canyon itself is very tricky to photograph because of how narrow & deep it is, but there are good sunset spots at the end of the south rim road.
The area right along Highway 92 east of Black Canyon is usually pretty good for fall colors.
If you don't mind going back down south, Silver Jack Reservoir is worth checking out. I went there for both of the past two years and it's absolutely fantastic, great fall colors with a great view of the peaks between Ouray and Lake city.
Closer to Gunnison is Ohio Pass, sort of a side route to Kebler Pass, with a great view of the "Castles" (the peaks in the West Elk).
If you have a capable 4x4 SUV, the Crystal Mill near Marble is worth checking out too. I know the Maroon Bells is one of the classic spots in Colorado, but I stopped going there when it became overpopulated by photographers.
Also, if you're into wildlife at all, it's worth visiting Rocky Mountain National Park this time of year (even though it usually doesn't have great fall colors) to watch and hear the elk bugling.
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