If you're still looking for a unique way to ring in 2011, you might consider heading to western Colorado and Colorado National Monument, where a special fireworks display will mark the end of 2010.
The fireworks display is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. on December 31 and run for about 30 minutes. Park officials say the best way to watch the fireworks will be the Book Cliffs View Shelter and Canyon Rim Drive near Saddlehorn Picnic Area.
If you're planning to attend, you can find parking at the Saddlehorn Picnic Area and Saddlehorn Campground loops.
The public is encouraged to arrive at the west entrance station beginning at 6:00 p.m. and no later than 7:15 pm at the west gate to be able to park and get to viewing areas.
Park officials also have arranged free shuttle buses, which will run from Dinosaur Journey’s Parking Lot in Fruita, Colorado, starting at 6:15 p.m. and continuing until 7:00 p.m. Return Shuttle buses will begin to leave Saddlehorn Picnic Area Parking Lot starting at 8:40 p.m.
There will be a bonfire and marshmallow roasting event at 6:30 p.m. at the park's Saddlehorn Picnic Area. Food and hot beverages will be available for sale.
Wear extra warm clothing, boots or sturdy warm shoes, extra outer wear such as hats, gloves, scarves are recommended. Bring flashlights, headlamps, folding chairs. Smoking is not permitted other than in an established smoking area in C Loop of campground. No pets and no alcohol.
The fireworks display is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. on December 31 and run for about 30 minutes. Park officials say the best way to watch the fireworks will be the Book Cliffs View Shelter and Canyon Rim Drive near Saddlehorn Picnic Area.
If you're planning to attend, you can find parking at the Saddlehorn Picnic Area and Saddlehorn Campground loops.
The public is encouraged to arrive at the west entrance station beginning at 6:00 p.m. and no later than 7:15 pm at the west gate to be able to park and get to viewing areas.
Park officials also have arranged free shuttle buses, which will run from Dinosaur Journey’s Parking Lot in Fruita, Colorado, starting at 6:15 p.m. and continuing until 7:00 p.m. Return Shuttle buses will begin to leave Saddlehorn Picnic Area Parking Lot starting at 8:40 p.m.
There will be a bonfire and marshmallow roasting event at 6:30 p.m. at the park's Saddlehorn Picnic Area. Food and hot beverages will be available for sale.
Wear extra warm clothing, boots or sturdy warm shoes, extra outer wear such as hats, gloves, scarves are recommended. Bring flashlights, headlamps, folding chairs. Smoking is not permitted other than in an established smoking area in C Loop of campground. No pets and no alcohol.
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