Villa Grove - Del Norte Colorado --Gunbarrel Gas Station US 285

[@pagosa1040]

gun barrel station is a tire shop . repair and new tires . hardworking people , reasonable prices . heavy trucks to compact cars. happy trails russ.

[@richardbohlingsr3490]

Nice day for a drive through the small towns. Amazing how the communities spring up where ever there is flat land. Happy trails.

[@eljeffe8806]

I like the camper dealer in Poncha Springs at US285-US50 junction with the signs they post on their fence.

[@foulanchor9537]

I have been over US 50 several times since 1953. Spend one night resting at Monarch Pass in 1980 on my way to San Angelo, TX. Over 11,000 feet.

[@neeterb5584]

Hello. Found your channel via your Wolf Creek Pass video. I'm from Del Norte (like another viewer said the "e" at the end is silent -- Del Nort) originally. Actually 3rd generation although I don't live there now. The pass going into the San Luis Valley is Poncha Pass, the little town where Hwys 50 and 285 intersect is Poncha Springs. Saguache is pronounced Sa-watch. Hwy 285 between Saguache and Monte Vista is called "the gunbarrel" by the locals because it is so straight, hence the Gunbarrel Station at the intersection of 285 and 112. Going into Del Norte you crossed over the Rio Grande, yes the same one that forms the border between the U.S. and Mexico. The headwaters are west of Creede up in the San Juan mountains. The Rio Grande is not very impressive in Del Norte in August. My dad used to say late in the summer you can cross the river without getting your ankles wet. You mention how nice it will be to get back up into the mountains. Del Norte's elevation is 7,884 feet. The relative flatness of the Valley is deceiving. Thanks for the video. It's interesting to see "home" through someone else's eyes.

[@jonmacdonald5345]

The Summer series continues loving it!!! Safe travels as always Russ!

[@arkansastraveler7698]

There is a Gun Barrel, Texas. It's a pretty drive from South Fork up to Creede CO.

[@carwashvnvmc]

I have two monitors so I follow along with Google Maps and look around as you travel. I've been doing this since when you were going up the 101 which is my dream journey.

[@TreeLBollingTreeMan]

I do the same!

[@susanstrickland6774]

Great drive. Heading toward the mountains, blue sky, clouds, just beautiful. Cute towns. Yep, it's a nice ride along. 😊👍

[@susanbennett6809]

Hey Russ, you have a great view of the sky on your videos also, beautiful thank you

[@zitoakuamua8396]

Russ just keep driving love you so much

[@chrisr6157]

Great drive with beautiful country views! Safe travels!

[@leann4925]

Your videos are so enjoyable to watch. Thank you so much. Safe travels.

[@georgesimpson1102]

Hey I like that violin music that's been played in the background

[@stuartroland9605]

great trip down to gun barrel . lots to see in Col. take care drive safe .

[@ftkinsella]

Cool drive Russ. Stay safe man. Cheers!!!

[@judyabernathy80]

Russ, there is a Gunbarrel, TX just south of Dallas. There is also a Muleshoe and a Dimebox! Lol

[@rvertv]

hahaha

[@javaidsdar]

Thank you showing me your country.

[@donaldhendrix5530]

You are in my favorite part of the state. I have been away from there for a couple of years. Can't wait to get back out there. Cortez is my favorite town.

[@ZeRowe]

Russ, this area you’re in is San Louis valley, A LOT of potato farms and agriculture, (I’m and ex trucker)... I’ve hauled tons and tons of potatoes out of Alamosa and Monte Vista.. many many miles on U.S. 285 🍻

[@dwightstjohn6927]

the last thing that bug saw on Russ's windshield just before the GUNBARREL gas station. ............was it's rear.

[@claudeperea2957]

If you want to see the best CO has to offer take the San Juan skyway you are heading right for it

[@NoName-zq6ic]

Might want to check out Mesa Verde on the way into Cortez.

[@sandratessem9980]

Another great episode. Keep it up

[@tazmod7272]

Howdy, I see you been having a great trip.

[@robertallen6710]

Another great one Russ...thanks!

[@40belowful]

I've have roughly been going uphill my whole life :)

[@NoName-zq6ic]

If ya merge onto 17 from 285 S. You can see Great Sand Dunes National Park on your left just before ya get to Alamosa.

[@msr1116]

Russ.....At 12:54 on the left is a huge, unusual looking cloud. We have a local weatherman who loves airing beautiful photos and will give submitters credit on air. Many other pics are published the station's website and social media. If I were there I'd take a pic and send it in for consideration.

[@fabricegrard1001]

Magnifique comme toujours. Merci

[@potsandpans960]

Seguache is actually pronounced sa-watch. Why, I don't know. I just spent the week end in Crestone and the people there told me to check out sa-watch. Could not find sa-watch on the map until some one pointed out where it was at.

[@jesscarey7666]

Very cool Russ!!

[@karenmontgomery8994]

It’s the Great National Sand Dunes and no dune buggies are allowed. Lots of wheat, barley and potato farmers.

[@denystull355]

I'm not too familiar with 160 west of Trinidad, but east of Trinidad through Kansas into Missouri, it has to be the crookedest highway ever. More right angle turns than any highway I've ever driven.

[@DrJohn493]

The whole San Juan Valley is rich in history, first settled by the Spanish! And many of those NFS and BLM roads off 285 can take one to some impressive scenery away from the crowds. Just so you sound like a local, Del Norte is pronounced without the "e." I got corrected so you don't have to.

[@guymanges3628]

Russ ? When you go or drive into a small town USA is it supposed to look like you are going 60 or 70 mph with tunnel vision and about 60° of peripheral vision not able to read anything as you drive ? Thanks Guy

[@trujeonyt1674]

i used to live here... lol

[@kinglsevenseas]

Hey Russ. I watch most of your videos. But may not be able to keep up with each one when you post. Could you get n the habit of adding at least the date of your video and when it was posted in your audio Enjoy watching film of places that I had just visited. Hope to see you in quartzite this winter. Larry International Travel Products. Thanks for your labor

[@kimmiekoolbeans]

I should flick a Boogie on you for passing by Boogies... 😂🤣😂

[@robertallen6710]

Hehe..

[@dumsak5766]

Hi welcome I am is fc. From thailand

[@melodybecker2309]

San Louis Valley!!! All town pronunciations not correct!!!!

[@oddopops1327]

👋😊

[@vernwallen4246]

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[@wittelarry1]

😃👍🇺🇸

[@gregory2622]

😎👍👍

[@davidbraun2989]

Aaaargghhh ! Please learn how to pronounce streets , cities , etc. correctly ! Please ! Del Norte is typically pronounced with a silent E . Or as the cities elders say - " Nor - Tay " . Peace man ! ( I'm just unsubscribing because you don't get out and explore abandoned buildings / tourist traps . )

[@antoinetteakers8323]

I moved from there a year ago. Very pretty. It really nice seeing it again. You really should have stopped by the royal gorge. Absolutely amazing.

[@evopwrmods]

is not the Royal Gorge entrance fee like $35.00 per person ? Rather Steep imho

[@antoinetteakers8323]

@@evopwrmods they have a lookout point in the parking lot that you can see the gorge from . And you dont have to pay. Also there's a picnic spot just before the park thats free.