Going to the top of Pikes Peak would be futile, but I did get an early start to Cripple Creek before the rains became heavy. There is no end to the scenery around here, even in the clouds and rain. I passed 10,000 feet and reminded myself that I’m useless above 9K until I can get acclimated, so no walking around.
Cripple Creek is rebuilding it’s main street, an extremely tight schedule between summer season and winter, and it’s a mess. I did get into one of the several casinos and triple my starting stake, which wasn’t bad.
The rain and flooding today provided me with two new features of the view from where I’m parked: a river and a pond.
I’ll be here until the rains pass, likely Saturday, then I’ll check out Pueblo. I’m anxious to get to Deming, but I hate to leave such a pretty place.