[Mile-marker 1]
We will begin our trip in the southwestern part of Grand Junction at the
intersection of First Street and Grand Avenue, (this is also the
intersection of U.S. Highways 6 and 50 and Colorado Highway 340), by
following a sign on Highway 340 pointing westward toward the Monument.
After crossing a viaduct over the railroad yards and a bridge across the
Colorado River, we come to a traffic light and a sign pointing left
toward the Monument. The road to the left connects with Monument Road
which leads up No Thoroughfare Canyon to the East Entrance. However, we
will continue westward toward The Redlands.