There Is A Historic Dinosaur Byway In Colorado... And You Are Going To Want To Drive It
It is no secret that Colorado is home to a rich history dating back millions of years… but did you know that it dates back all the way to the days of dinosaurs? To get a glimpse of this larger-than-life time period, take a drive along this historic dinosaur byway that you are going to love:
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Comprised of sandstone and granite canyons, Colorado National Monument is a colorful 20,533-acre oasis that has to be seen to be fully appreciated.
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Dating all the way back to 1 AD is that of the Canyon Pintado National Historic District, which is home to more than 200 Fremont and Ute tribe pictograph and petroglyph sites.
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Any guess as to what the town of Dinosaur is home to (aside from 312 friendly residents and unique dining opportunities)? Well...
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...it's this! Located near the Colorado/Utah border is Dinosaur National Monument; a historic 211,000 acres that houses 800 paleontological sites, fossils, and petroglyphs from some of Colorado's earliest residents.
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For even more incredible roads, check out These 12 Beautiful Byways In Colorado Are Perfect For A Scenic Drive.
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