Aspen Trunks on Fall River Road

Everybody’s sure to have seen those commercials where the tag line is to declare something “priceless.” You probably have some experience you feel that way about, possibly even several.  For me, high on the list is spending time in Rocky Mountain National Park during the fall.  There’s just so much to savor there during September and October.  For one thing, the weather cools off; and snow is always a possibility.  Another draw is elk bugling.  You have never lived until you experience the spectacle of a huge, manly elk raising his head and emitting a screech that puts a traffic cop’s whistling to shame!  Trust me, there’s nothing to match it!

Then there are the aspens.  They begin changing colors at the higher elevations; then, like a golden flame marching down the mountainside, the show migrates slowly to the lower areas.  While it’s difficult to predict “Peak Week,” any time during the last two weeks in September through the first week in October should provide outstanding color somewhere.  This grove, on Fall River Road, is one of the best spots to catch the fall foliage in all its glory.

Yes, autumn in Rocky Mountain National Park is priceless, indeed!

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