Colorado National Monument

The Independence Day weekend is close at hand. Here's hoping you'll get a chance to visit the Colorado National Monument. Everyone, with the exception of two people, seem to love it. Here's the only negative review you'll probably ever find.

Camping on the Fourth of July is a family tradition for many.

You're out hiking in the desert or on the Colorado National Monument and you see some black stuff on the dirt. What the heck is it?

Take a hike -- but like, in a good way.

A man has been rescued after falling into a canyon at the Colorado National Monument.

Clearing skies will make for excellent viewing in western Colorado!

This father and daughter spend the night on the Colorado National Monument, but not on purpose.

The wet weather is causing slide issues on Rim Rock Drive and along trails.

With all of the rain and snow we've had this winter, you could start to see rocks sliding down on the Colorado National Monument.

Services are limited but the parks are open.