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The ultimate adventure guide
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
09/17/2023
The large trailhead area.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
09/17/2023
Informative sign.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
09/17/2023
Starting out on the Thunder Loop.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
09/17/2023
The trail passes through some pine forest.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
09/17/2023
And the occasional open meadow area.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
09/17/2023
The trail is well signed with arrows to mark any confusing turns.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
09/17/2023
Walking the Thunder Loop.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
09/17/2023
The second portion of the loop along the Naturita Canyon rim.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
09/17/2023
Views across the canyon.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
09/17/2023
Evening views from trail.