1910s
RECREATION
Spectacular red
sandstone cliffs and canyons are to the west of Grand Junction. John Otto,
pictured on horseback, was an environmentalist and visionary. He was
determined that this scenic domain should be saved intact as a natural park.
This dream was realized in 1911 when the Colorado National Monument was
established. Otto, the first park superintendent, developed many hiking and
horse trails including the twisting Serpent's Trail Road, now used for
hiking.
(Colorado National
Monument Photo)