National Digital Trails (NDT) - Fruita Dugway from where the Colorado National Monument (NPS) border with Kodels Canyon (BLM), (Leadstrom) - sm

This photograph was taken on a cloudy day looking through the Fruita Dugway where Colorado National Monument (National Park Service) borders with Kodels Canyon (Bureau of Land Management).

The view is down the trail with reddish-brown sandstone faces on either side and canyonland spotted with evergreen trees lying ahead. The dark clouds on the horizon hint at an impending storm.

From Management - Colorado National Monument (U.S. National Park Service):

Humans have inhabited the canyons of Colorado National Monument for over 10,000 years. From Fremont Indians to John Otto, their unique stories are preserved for all to understand and appreciate. Ancient travel routes in the canyons are known from the location of rock art and other archeological sites. Historic trails, such as the Fruita Dugway and Old Gordon Trail, reveal stories of more recent travelers. The park contains several structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including the historic Rim Rock Drive, Devils Kitchen Picnic Area, and Saddlehorn Visitor Center.