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Havasu Canyon & Colorado River

by whatboundaries

( August 28th, 2009 )

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How can one river be so blue and the other so muddy? What a contrast!

After spending several days rafting on the flashed carmel-colored Colorado River, it was such a surprise to see the brilliant blue of Havasu Canyon appear. This picture of the confluence was taken just before we ended an amazing 6-day raft through the Grand Canyon with Western River Expeditions.

Thanks to Debbie at DeliciousBaby for Fun Photo Friday!

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Comments

On August 28th, 2009 at 2:28 pm, Linda said:

Wow—that’s really a dramatic confluence. The Missouri and Yellowstone confluence in North Dakota is similar, but not as drastic.

On August 28th, 2009 at 3:20 pm, Caitlin - Roaming Tales said:

Fascinating! I’m sure there’s an explanation – did you try to find out?

On August 28th, 2009 at 6:00 pm, Wanderluster said:

This is totally amazing, gals. Hopefully you didn’t go swimming in the mud!

On August 28th, 2009 at 8:01 pm, marina villatoro said:

That is interesting! How can they be so different?
Great shot!

On August 28th, 2009 at 10:32 pm, Dominique said:

Pretty amazing shot. What a way to end your trip!

On August 28th, 2009 at 10:46 pm, Lorraine said:

There is such a definitive line between the brown river and the blue canyon. Reminds me of oil and vinegar – but this is much more beautiful!

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