Crossing of the Grand
historic site
- Material
- stone
- Inscription
- To honor the countless travelers who forded the Grand (Colorado) River from this site. This arroyo’s location on the North Branch of the Old Spanish Trail and the Salt Lake Wagon Road was a vital link in the opening of the West, c.1830-1880.
- 2.4 mi off the Dinosaur DiamondNational
- 16.1 mi off the Grand MesaNational
- 29.7 mi off the Dinosaur Diamond Scenic BywayNational
Overlooks nearby
- Otto's Trail · 11 mi
- Window Rock · 11 mi
- Book Cliffs View · 11 mi
- Redlands View · 12 mi
| Date | Sunrise | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|
| March equinox | 07:18 | 18:51 | 19:26 |
| June solstice | 05:49 | 20:04 | 20:44 |
| September equinox | 07:03 | 18:38 | 19:13 |
| December solstice | 07:30 | 16:13 | 16:56 |
Local time (America/Denver).
39.04849, -108.52945
Elevation 1,419 m (modelled from terrain)