Postindustrial definition, of, relating to, or characteristic of an era following industrialization: The economy of the postindustrial society is based on the provision of services rather than on the manufacture of goods. Origin of postindustrial. post- + industrial.
Established in 1918, the Peak to Peak Highway is the oldest Historic and Scenic Byway in Colorado. Photo: The Colorado River finds its headwaters on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park. On the north, the Peak to Peak Highway leads to the town of Estes Park, just outside Rocky Mountain National Park. Estes Park, Colorado is one of the state's most popular destinations for families on vacation. It is the main gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park.
The road's southern terminus is U.S. Route 385 about 6 miles (9.7 km) east of Pringle, South Dakota, or 14 miles (23 km) north of Hot Springs. The highway passes through Custer State Park and Wind Cave National Park. The northern 14 miles (23 km) of the highway is also known as the Needles Highway. The Needles Highway, along with the US 16A concurrency, are also part of the Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway. Portions of the highway are also a section of Custer State Park's Wildlife Loop.