| This tunnel achieved legendary status in my memory. I loved tunnels as a
kid--they were always highlights of any vacation. I remembered this tunnel as
being 3 or 4 miles long, and having windows cut out along the way so that you
can see the landscape. Well, the tunnel is really only 1.1 miles long, but it
does contain windows cut out of the side of the tunnel that offer stunning
views. It's actually quite dangerous. The tunnel is narrow, two-lane, no
median, and twisty, so you really need to concentrate on your driving. But
then one of the vistas opens up, and, well, it's impossible not to look. And
gasp. And snap your attention back to driving before scraping the side of the
tunnel or running into oncoming traffic, all along wishing you could have
gotten a better look. This picture is taken on the side opposite of the main
canyon. |
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23 November 2002 |
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