Longs Peak Rocky Mountain National Park CO Postcard Trail Ridge Road

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Condition: Used

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View Longs Peak Rocky Mountain National Park CO Postcard Trail Ridge Road with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The scene showcases the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, with its dramatic mountainscapes and expansive vistas. The vibrant colorization enhances the natural grandeur, highlighting the distinct geological formations and the clear skies above. This vintage postcard captures a breathtaking view of Longs Peak, standing majestically at an altitude of 14,255 feet, as seen from Big Rock Point along the renowned Trail Ridge Road. The scene showcases the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, with its dramatic mountainscapes and expansive vistas. The vibrant colorization enhances the natural grandeur, highlighting the distinct geological formations and the clear skies above. The reverse side provides fascinating historical context, noting that the Trail Ridge Road, a new route ascending the east side of the Continental Divide to the top of Fall River Pass, was completed in 1931. This scenic highway is celebrated for its panoramic views, winding through valleys and along mountain slopes, offering a succession of unparalleled perspectives of the jumbled mountains, gorges, and valleys. Published by Sanborn Souvenir Co. of Denver, Colorado, this card is a classic memento of one of America's most iconic national parks and a testament to early 20th-century scenic routes. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Topographical Postcards.