Monthly Archives: September 2013

Wait, Are the Great Plains Actually Cool Now?

Just a quick post to point out that while Great Plains Trail Alliance was in La Junta, Colorado at the Pedal the Plains bicycle event last weekend, not too far to the north (but solidly on the plains) was another … Continue reading

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Pedal the Plains

The 2nd annual Pedal the Plains bicycle ride was this weekend in eastern Colorado.  Great Plains Trail Alliance (and ABE the Bison!) were there yesterday in La Junta, and we had a chance to talk with a lot of people … Continue reading

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High Points of the High Plains – Honorable Mentions

The past six blog posts have dealt with state high points that are solidly on the Great Plains.  Before moving on to other subjects, I wanted to conclude with two “honorable mentions” for two very different reasons. Honorable Mention #1: … Continue reading

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High Plains High Points – White Butte

We come now to the lowest, but not the least, of the High Plains High Points – White Butte in North Dakota (elev. 3,506 ft).  White Butte is in far western North Dakota, and is a distinct land feature rising … Continue reading

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