mt garfield

Have you ever crossed paths with this balancing rock? You'll find it on a popular Western Colorado trail. Where is it?

The world is in chaos with riots, protests, COVID-19, financial crisis, and political unrest. On a high note, though, the Flag at the top of Mt. Garfield is flying high and looking great.

Right here, right now, Western Colorado has its hands full. Fires are burning out of control, the pandemic continues, and times are uncertain. We do, however, have this watching over us.

Here's a list of Colorado things that Grand Junction has never tried from skiing to going to the top of Pikes Peak.

Have you ever climbed to the top of Western Colorado's Mt. Garfield to see the flag? If not, that's okay. We'll save you the footwork.

Have you met two of two of Mt. Garfield's residents, Boone and Sweetheart? They're very friendly. The next time you hike the Bookcliffs, you may run into them.

The flag currently flying high on Mt. Garfield is in need of being replaced.

For only the third time in a decade, I spotted a couple of wild horses while hiking up Mt. Garfield. While not necessarily Earth shattering, this was the perfect degree of awesomeness at just the right moment.

Yesterday warranted a little social distancing in the form of a hike up Mt. Garfield. You'll be pleased to know the flag is flying high. It is, however, in need of some tender loving care.

Often times some of life's most simple pleasures can bring us the greatest joy.