![]() Above average temperatures were seen across the eastern portion of the State, while the western portion experienced below average temperatures. Many areas in western counties reported over a half inch of moisture, with some higher elevations receiving over two inches. In northeastern and east central counties, very minimal moisture was noted, and anything significant was limited to higher elevation areas. The exceptional drought conditions noted across portions of Phillips and Sedgwick Counties remain unchanged from last week, accounting for less than one percent of the State. Just over 14 percent of the State is experiencing severe to exceptional drought conditions, down minimally from last week. ![]() Then head 9 miles out of town to Bent’s Old Fort National Historic Site to tour a rebuilt fur-trading post once inhabited by Western characters like famed Kit Carson.Another mostly dry week allowed harvest to continue, with several crops making significant progress by week’s end, according to the Mountain Region Field Office of the National Agricultural Statistics Service, USDA.Īccording to the United States Drought Monitor for November 1, over 46 percent of the State was categorized in moderate drought or worse, down more than 2 percentage points from the previous week. Motor over to La Junta for all the delicious dining options you’ll be craving after sleeping outdoors. If you hike it, bring as much water as you can carry as it is a long, hot hike.” - SamSofnNadm, Tripadvisor Things to see & do nearby Dinosaur footprints in limestone (on both sides of the river bring extra shoes), rock paintings, remains of a Spanish settlement and a Colorado cattle ranch (closed in 1971). You will get to see four eras in Colorado history. “If you go to and have a four-wheel drive, you can sign up for an all-day guided auto tour. If you like to explore places on horseback, bring your steed to the Picketwire Corrals Interpretive Site at the Picketwire Canyonlands trailhead.įeeling hot? Go to the Carrizo Canyon Picnic Area for its swimming and fishing hole in addition to rock art, grills and picnic tables. Under the shade of juniper trees at Withers Canyon Trailhead, take in canyon views at an elevation of 4,600 feet. Enjoy stargazing for glimmering constellations and planets, especially at Picture and Carrizo canyons, with little light pollution to cloud your views. While campsites offer spectacular canyon views during the day, these night skies are some of the darkest (and most sparkly) you’ll find. More common throughout the grasslands are pronghorn, prairie dogs, roadrunners (yes, they’re real!) and 328 species of birds, including owls and hawks. Seek out the rare lesser prairie chicken, golden eagle and swift fox. If you love to watch wildlife, this is the place for you. About that name: Yes, it’s French for purgatory, but you won’t feel like you’re in that place the name commemorates Spanish explorers who died without receiving last rites. The Purgatoire River - called the Picketwire River by many locals - runs the length of Comanche National Grassland, but you’ll find the most dinosaur tracks near Picketwire Canyonlands at a now-dried-up lake next to the river. The most “Colorado” thing about this place It delivers scenic hiking trails and historic areas, but you’ll see very few other parties as you wander in this wilderness. What makes it special?įar from civilization, Comanche National Grassland is a wonderful place to be alone in nature or only with your favorite people. Bring absolutely everything you need - including an ample supply of water and a spare tire or two - and leave nothing behind when it’s time to go home. Follow limestone markers along a portion of the famous Santa Fe Trail, and explore cliffs in numerous canyons, including Carrizo, Picketwire, Picture, Vogel and Rourke. Hike, bike or ride a horse to amazingly scenic sites from several trailheads. Within this massive prairie destination near La Junta, discover desolate and rugged trails, see dinosaur tracks, keep an eye out for ancient Native American rock art and view long-abandoned 1800s homesteads.
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