Another Descent into the Rio Grande Gorge
The La Junta trail begins at 7400 or so feet of elevation, and drops 800 feet in a bit over a mile. It is very rocky, and even treacherous in places, with precipitous dropoffs and many switchbacks. In one area, metal steps and railings have been anchored into the rock, as there is no other way to get down.
The trail follows the Red River gorge, and leads to its confluence with the Rio Grande.
From the confluence, a mostly easy and pleasant walk north for 2-1/2 miles took us to the Little Arsenic trail, which we ascended back to the rim.
As in our first hike into the gorge, the vastness of the landscape is inspiring and deeply moving. It feels completely unspoiled, untouched by humans, and one can easily attune with spirit, Nature and the elements in all their glory.
Read MoreThe trail follows the Red River gorge, and leads to its confluence with the Rio Grande.
From the confluence, a mostly easy and pleasant walk north for 2-1/2 miles took us to the Little Arsenic trail, which we ascended back to the rim.
As in our first hike into the gorge, the vastness of the landscape is inspiring and deeply moving. It feels completely unspoiled, untouched by humans, and one can easily attune with spirit, Nature and the elements in all their glory.
