Albuquerque, N.M. Balloon Fiesta

Albuquerque, N.M. Balloon Fiesta. The "Dawn Patrol" was twelve balloons that launched prior to dawn. They had to stay flying until sunrise so they could see where to land. We were surrounded by balloons. Look at how crowded the balloons are, on the ground. Many of the balloons went up, moved around this portion of Albuquerque, then landed back on the launch field. The winds in Albuquerque move in different directions at different altitudes, so the skillful pilots use this to land back at the launch site. The man in the zebra outfit is a launch director. Each pilot is told when to launch.

Albuquerque, N.M. Balloon Fiesta

Albuquerque, N.M. Balloon Fiesta. We were surrounded by balloons, so this photo shows only a small fraction of the total balloons. Look at how crowded the balloons are, on the ground.

Red Canyon in Dixie National Forest

Red Canyon is located on scenic Highway 12 en route to/from Bryce Canyon National Park. This area is one of the most photographed places in Utah. Fall foliage near Red Canyon.

Glen Canyon Dam at Lake Powell

4-photo panoramic of Glen Canyon Dam at Lake Powell.

Zion National Park

Highway 9, through Zion National Park, is open to through traffic. No stopping is permitted. We achieved 62 mpg over 82 miles of driving since filling the gas tank.

 

Upper Antelope Slot Canyon, Page, Arizona

Upper Antelope Slot Canyon, Page, Arizona. I apologize for posting so many photos, but I am so excited by the colors and textures.