We drove the scenic route between the Black Canyon and Crested Butte. The road needed a little work, but the extra time was definitely worth it. High peaks, aspen trees, and very few people.
The biggest challenge of our 2 day stay was picking where to hike. We had seen a high, open area that looked promising as we crossed Kebler Pass into crested Butte, and the next day drove back to the pass to do a walk up to Scarpa Ridge.
It is amazing how easy it is to get 360 degree views with only a 30 minute drive and a 2 mile walk. The wild flowers were just past their prime, but I'm sure we saw at least 3 dozen different blooms before we quit counting..
Day 2 in Crested Butte was The Day. I was warned that I could only wish a Happy Birthday once (but I really did manage another 2 or 3).
We started the day with an early morning walk near town, and later in the day walked up to another ridge with views in all directions.
Then it was home for a quick shower and off to Soupcon, a small 5 or 6 table establishment that marries a french style of cooking with farm-to-table. The entrance was off an alley, and I think it was in an old garage. But they served some of the best lamb and beef I have had in quite a long time. It was almost enough to make me question my vegetarian leanings.
Our thanks to Martha and Tom for the bottle of fine bubbly we shared to toast the day.
And then on to a great meal finished with something special (with a candle) for Kathy.
Happy Birthday, Kathy!!
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