Gunnison, Colorado

Known as “Gunny” by the locals.  A true frontier city, Gunnison was founded in 1853 during scoping of a railroad route from the Mississippi to the Pacific. By 1880, Gunnison was the biggest city in the area with over 10,000 people. Mines sprouted up in all directions around Gunnison.  Naturally, the town became a shipping and supply center. After the gold and silver dried up, the ranching took over. Shortly after, the fishermen, hunters and sightseers came.

Gunnison River

Ibar Ranch with a great Summer Concert Series

Greatful Dead tribute band

Lots of critters running around at the KOA Campgound

Meet Jenny

and Charlotte

and Sergio

and the rest of the gang

Took a backroads drive to Lake City 

Lower Mill Creek Pond

View of the San Juan Mountains

Lunch at Southern Vittles in Lake City.  They have some of the best chicken fried steak.

Town of Lake City

Views from Hidden Valley