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DEN → GCC
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to Gillette Campbell County Airport (Gillette)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a continuous and dramatic panorama of the Rocky Mountains, featuring the high peaks of Colorado's Front Range and the rugged ridges of southeastern Wyoming.
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Longs Peak
Look for the iconic 14,259-foot diamond-faced peak within Rocky Mountain National Park shortly after takeoff.
Medicine Bow-Routt Forest
Observe the dense alpine forests and snowy ridges that define the border between Colorado and Wyoming.
Laramie Range
A stunning view of the northern extension of the Front Range as it cuts through the high Wyoming plateau.
Casper Mountain
A distinct geological fold visible as you move north toward the Powder River Basin.
Denver Skyline
A beautiful aerial view of the city with the mountain backdrop during the initial climb.
Seat yourself forward of the wing to ensure the engine does not block your view of the mountains. Morning flights are ideal for this side as the sun illuminates the eastern faces of the Rockies, providing high-contrast views of the terrain.
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Pawnee National Grassland
The vast, flat expanse of the shortgrass prairie stretching toward the horizon in northeastern Colorado.
Cheyenne Rail Yards
The industrial heart of Wyoming's capital, where major rail lines intersect and are visible from above.
Glendo Reservoir
A large blue body of water along the North Platte River that stands out against the arid landscape.
Powder River Basin Mines
Massive open-pit coal mines near Gillette that appear as giant geometric carvings in the earth.
Thunder Basin Grassland
An expansive area of rolling hills and rangeland typical of the high plains of Wyoming.
The right side is best for seeing the massive scale of human industry, particularly the coal mines near Gillette during the descent. If you are flying in the late afternoon, the right side will be shaded, which can reduce glare on your window.
Book Hotels in GilletteDistance: 504 km (313 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: GCC (44.3488998413, -105.539001465)
Route Type: Domestic
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