Utah

I crossed the Rockies on I-70. A spectacular ride. I found this

little BLM campground near Minturn, CO. Very sweet.

This is part of the civilized bike path along 

the Colorado River near Moab, UT.

And this is a group of bikers after a less civilized ride waiting 

to get cleaned up in the only way that makes sense

Moab is the gateway to Arches NP. The whole area was crawling 

with tourists, mostly Europeans it seemed. I couldn't find 

parking at Delicate Arch, the archetype of arches. But here

are some shots of some the less rabidly visited spots.

Balanced Rock.

Near Balanced Rock.

Double Arch.

Turret Arch.

Heading west from Moab this was the view.

Canyonlands NP was also full of tourists. I managed to find 

a spot in another nice BLM campground.

I moved on. This is one of the natural bridges in Natural Bridges NP.

And some Indian ruins there.

Here's Lake Powell after years of drought.

More amazing landscape in Utah.

Finally, I arrived in Capital Reef where I was able to find a 

campsite. The National Parks campsites are first come,

first served. Once you're there you can stay for up to two weeks.

Capital Reef was settled by Mormon pioneers and the fruit

orchards remain. It is a very beautiful spot. And very remote.

There's a deer herd that fearlessly comes into the campground

and will practically eat out of your hand. Notice the one 

checking out the tent for treats.