We
enjoyed a scenic drive through undulating lands that often looked like the coat
of a Chinese Shar-Pei.
The
Route
We took I-84 southeast for 194 miles … that’s it.
About the Day
It was sunny with a light breeze and temperatures in the low 90’s.
Although it may sound cooler when we say “in the low” 90’s, it doesn’t feel it.
Along the Way
I-84 makes a long, steep climb out of Pendleton. It’s an excellent three-lane highway surface.
There were at least three 50 gallon drums of water along the climb marked for
use in overheated engines. Unfortunately,
there were two abandoned cars.
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| We start on level ground. |
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| The climb begins. |
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| It wraps around the mountainside. |
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| And through it in some places |
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| Looking down toward Pendleton from a viewpoint. |
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| The climb continues. |
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| Approaching Deadman Pass |
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| What goes up … |
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| We drop down into a valley. |
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| Every turn seems to bring a new experience. |
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| It’s pretty desolate between Baker City and Ontario. There were no services for 70 miles. |
A Problem
We learned yesterday afternoon that the trailer A/C isn’t working.
Eight years with no problem and it has a problem in 90° weather. Arrgh!
End of Day
We shopped at Walmart.
We stopped at Sunshine
Family Restaurant for dinner and a cooler environment. They specialize in
quality, home-cooked meals and sure hit the mark with ours. Dick had a delicious
Idaho baked potato with his dinner. Idaho potatoes are better in Idaho aren’t
they?
The Campground
We’re staying at Ambassador
RV Resort. Wow! Carol really picked a dandy. We’re in an expanse of dry
flat land, but we have green grass, a concrete patio and excellent services.
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| Site #D-116 |
Tomorrow
We continue on to Pocatello.
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