Our daughter, Lisa and her husband Ken decided that we needed to go to Overlook Mountain. Is this something I really can’t overlook I think as we drive up the narrow winding road in Golden, Colorado? Will it be worth it? It is a long way down that hill....
Yes, it is worth it! Look at the stunning view from up here! A little hazy maybe, but we can still see for miles and miles. Below us is the town of Golden, famous for the Coors Brewery. I toured there many years ago, and was one of the few people to pass up the free beer. They still do the tours, and I still Hate beer!
Overlook Mountain is also the burial place for Buffalo Bill, who was famous in the early 1900’s. He was buried here in 1917, according to his wishes. His wife's grave is next to his. We had been to his original home in North Platte, Nebraska two years ago. The house and barn there were definitely more interesting.
Sure can’t miss this sign as you walk up the mountainside! Wonder who is buried there??
We have one last look at the scenery before we start back on the Lariat Loop Byway and head off to Idaho Springs for some great BBQ.
Looks like a road Jerry would have loved to take the 5th wheel on, right?? Great pics!
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