Glenwood Canyon
Glenwood Canyon, carved by the Colorado River beneath soaring cliffs and dramatic arches, is a key transportation corridor and scenic landmark in western Colorado.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Rocky Mountain States |
| Subregion | Colorado Plateau |
| Country | United States |
| State | Colorado |
| County | Garfield County |
| City | Glenwood Springs |
| Postal Code | 81601 |
| Timezone | AmericaDenver |
| Latitude | 39.5003 |
| Longitude | -107.1472 |
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7:15 PM LOCAL TIMEGlenwood Canyon is a spectacular natural corridor in Western Colorado, where the Colorado River has cut a steep, narrow gorge beneath towering rock walls and multi-span culverts. Flanked by resilient aspen and conifer forests, the canyon forms a dramatic link between Glenwood Springs and the mountains east of Eisenhower-Johnson Memorial Tunnel. Visitors and travelers primarily encounter the canyon via Interstate 70, which is terraced into the rock but still visible in crossing structures; meanwhile, trails and access points provide opportunities for hiking, photography, and viewing the river. Key access begins near Glenwood Springs, with popular stops at points like the Glenwood Canyon Recreation Path — a paved trail parallel to I-70 — and pull-offs that highlight cantilever bridges, native rock outcrops, and rapids below. Beyond its role as a travel corridor, Glenwood Canyon offers river recreation, wildlife viewing, and seasonal experiences linked to the high-elevation forests and mountain scenery at either end.
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