Crystal Creek Reservoir on Pikes Peak Highway, Colorado. September 14, 2012.
(Note: All pictures may be enlarged by clicking on them.)
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When Betsy and I took our western trip in 2012, the first place we visited in Colorado was Pikes Peak. We had long talked about visiting the summit of the mountain, and we were delighted that we could see Pikes Peak from our motel on our first night.
The next morning we headed to the mountain and up the Pikes Peak Highway. Although the summit was our goal, we had to make several stops on the way up. One of our first stops was at Crystal Creek Reservoir, at about Mile Marker 6.
The combination of a beautiful sky, snow-capped peaks and mirror-like water simply made it impossible for us to drive by without stopping.
Betsy at Crystal Creek Reservoir, Pikes Peak, Colorado. September 14, 2012.
We walked along the shore just soaking up the scenery around us. My snow-loving Beautiful Bride was absolutely delighted.
Aspen at Crystal Creek Reservoir, Pikes Peak, Colorado. September 14, 2012.
We also enjoyed the sight of some golden aspens, a sight we don’t see here in Tennessee.
I couldn’t resist creating a panorama of the gorgeous scene before us.
Tags: Colorado, Our World, Pikes Peak, Travels
Senior Moments 
November 24, 2014 at 4:30 am |
Beautiful scenic views. George. Colorado is a lovely state.. Have a happy day!
November 24, 2014 at 5:52 am |
These images are beautiful! Love the blue sky, reflections and touches of gold!
November 24, 2014 at 6:26 am |
Those pictures are beautiful. I’m glad you couldn’t resist creating a panorama. 🙂
November 24, 2014 at 7:54 am |
Great shots George.
November 24, 2014 at 9:29 am |
Oh My Heart… Let’s go back! Your photos are TREMENDOUS… Love the Aspens and the snow-covered mountains –and the reflections… WOW… Thanks for sharing the memories!
Love,
Wifey
November 24, 2014 at 10:53 am |
Ohhh, those mountains, reflections, and blue water!!! So these are Aspens? I have yet to find out what the tall yellow trees around here are, but I love them! These are nothing less than stunning!
November 24, 2014 at 10:57 am |
Wow – what gorgeous scenery!
November 24, 2014 at 11:02 am |
Such a gorgeous place!! I would love to visit there!! Wonderful captures for the day! Hope you have a great week!!!
November 24, 2014 at 11:26 am |
I hope Betsy is feeling better today. Love your photos!
Linda
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November 24, 2014 at 1:40 pm |
Beautiful shots of reservoir. Very scenic and inviting.
November 24, 2014 at 1:55 pm |
George, I love the colour of those aspens!!! We don’t have anything quite that shade of gold!
When I enlarged your first image, the first thing that popped into my head was that I was looking at it in the old stereoscope my grandparents used to have… No idea why…
November 24, 2014 at 3:04 pm |
Oh wow! Gorgeous shots.
November 24, 2014 at 8:18 pm |
So pretty. The panorama is excellent!
November 24, 2014 at 8:33 pm |
So gorgeous!
November 24, 2014 at 10:16 pm |
fabulous images. I love Colorado.
November 26, 2014 at 7:31 pm |
How Beautiful! I wish our sunny days were back. Even cold and sunny is good.
MB
November 28, 2014 at 8:21 pm |
George, These are amazing photos. What a gorgeous time of year to visit there. Thanks for sharing the beauty. I have never visited here.
December 4, 2014 at 1:52 am |
All three photos are very beautiful, so enjoyable.
December 5, 2014 at 11:24 pm |
Love the reflections in the shot of Betsy! I’d love to see those Aspens someday. They are gorgeous!
December 6, 2014 at 7:29 pm |
Beautiful photos and weather.
December 15, 2014 at 12:56 am |
Thank you for sharing the vibrant photos! The aspens, the panorama, Betsy, and the reservoir are all lovely captures.