My wife and I are finally making it out to Colorado to shoot fall color next week, staying in/around Ridgway, CO, and have out itinerary from Los Angeles to CO (and in CO) all booked up.
We're leaving CO next Friday, traveling down CO 145 to Mesa Verde, then moving on to Gallup for the night.
The next morning it's Gallup to the east rim of the GC, and then Sat. it's turns to business (wine) in/around the Sedona area.
I'd love to do Canyon de Chelly, but it's simply not in the best place for our time needs.
That said, what's worthwhile between Gallup and Flagstaff? Should I forgo the 40 and try the AZ 264 to Tuba City?
I've checked out Petrified Forest Nat'l Park, and it looks, well, 'meh'.
Any suggestions are most welcome.