Clifford and I are camped in our RV, Cougar, on Black Rock Road not far from our friend David, a fellow nomad. The last weekend of January, Clifford, David, and I make a trip to Mesquite, Nevada, to the balloon festival. We meet friends Rick and LeeAnn there, go to a casino for a great lunch, the Virgin Valley Heritage Museum, and a pawn shop while we wait for the evening Balloon Glow when the balloons are filled and lit up. At the pawn shop I saw an old fiddle in a brand new case; I was tempted to buy it, but since I don’t really need another instrument, I talked myself out of it.
At the Virgin Valley Heritage Museum with Friends
We parked on a hill on the edge of Mesquite to watch the activity below until dark, then found a place to park near the balloon field so we could walk through and see the balloons up close. The balloons are huge and colorful and it was fun to walk among them.
Mesquite, Nevada, Balloon FestivalBalloon Glow at Mesquite, Nevada, Balloon Festival
In my miscellaneous reading, I come across something called “Five Minute Journal,” which I added to my daily journal writing: 1) – Inspiring quote. 2) – List 3 things I am grateful for. 3) – List 3 goals for the day (and did I accomplish them, if writing pm). 4) – List 3 things that were amazing or made me happy. 5) – Anything I would have done differently. In reviewing the journal for this blog, I find what I wrote in the Five Minute Journal to be quite interesting. I am glad I did it, at least for a while.
As January draws to a close, the temperature is warm enough for Clifford to sit outside on the sunny side of Cougar to play music, even getting bit of a tan.
Clifford Plays Dulcimer in the Sunshine
An exciting change of weather happens the very next day – SNOW! I spend a long time walking in the snow taking photos. It doesn’t last long, but it was delightful for me while it was happening.
Falling Snow Blurs the HorizonSnow Defines the MesaMountain to the West Covered in White
By the next day, the last day of January, the snow is all gone, except for the new white coat on Pine Mountain. What will February bring?
Clifford and I are camped at Willow Creek Campground in the Ward Charcoal Oven Nevada State Park. Yesterday we took the Suburban to D&S, the vehicle repair shop in Ely, Nevada, to fix the leaking bearing that we discovered right after we arrived at the campground.
Campsite at Willow Creek Campground
Today Clifford got a message from the mechanic at D&S. The mechanic says the failed bearing is because we are carrying too much weight (6-gallon containers of water) and other stuff on top of towing. The weight could be an issue, but it doesn’t explain three failures in 250 miles of highway driving at moderate speed. One failure was shortly after a bearing replacement when the Suburban was not loaded and we weren’t towing. Things are not adding up here. (Eventually it is determined that the bearings from Big O are cheap Chinese imports inadequate for the size and weight of the Suburban.)
It was only after our ride dropped us off at the campground yesterday that we realized that we left the mail with some items that Clifford needs, my purse, and my cell phone in her truck. I was totally bummed about not having my phone for taking photos until we get back to Ely to get the Suburban.
Peach-colored Castilleja
For the next week (except for taking photos with Clifford’s cell), I work on little projects that don’t involve my phone – texts and emails with Clifford’s cell, journal in the morning, fiddle in the evening, and work on February 2022 blog. I am reading Law of Attraction. Of course, this is not new to me, but the presentation is different and I appreciate the Words of Wisdom that come forth for my consideration. I write my favorites in my journal.
“Today, no matter what I’m doing and no matter who I am doing it with, it is my dominant intention to look for things I like.”
The weather has been interesting with clouds and rain some days, even thundershowers with very loud and close thunder, a beautiful rainbow one day, hail another day, but sunshine often. On windy days, except for a couple photos of flowers or clouds, I focus on indoor projects – preparing photos for blogs, journaling, and reading, while Clifford continues fussing with antennas trying to get better reception and transmission on his ham radio.
Stormy Weather in Eastern NevadaRain Heading Our WayRaindrops on PhloxAfter the Storm
Although we can’t sit out every day, Clifford works on his antennas frequently, and I do Tai chi outside as often as I can.
Clifford Adjusts Ham Radio Antenna
Once in a while it is warm and calm enough to play music together, mostly fiddle tunes from the Phoenix Folk Group in the UK. Clifford also plays and sings a great variety of popular songs. It’s always nice when this can be done outside. Since there are few people here, there is no one to complain.
One day Clifford and I walk to the charcoal ovens together, which was a fun hike and interesting as we read the kiosks about the reason for them being there. It was an environmental disaster to cut all the trees, changing the valley ecology. Sometimes the people making these decisions are looking only at the profit motive, not the long-term welfare of the land and it’s ecological systems.
Walking to the OvensCharcoal Ovens
Another day, Clifford and I hike on the trail toward the mountain. There are a variety of flowers along the trail and the wild iris are especially delightful.
Wild Iris
I show Clifford the bench I discovered along the creek and then we continue on to the foot bridge, which is so dilapidated that I wouldn’t trust walking across it. We take a different route back to camp.
Penstemon Along the TrailBench Along Willow Creek (Photo by Clifford)View from the BenchOld Bridge
I make chili for dinner and it is nice enough that we are able to sit outside to eat. No word from the mechanic as to status of suburban.
Despite the inconvenience and expense of the Suburban issues and no cell phone, I am grateful and happy to be alive. Today’s Words of Wisdom from Law of Attraction confirm that that is a good idea! “Get your eyes, words, and thoughts off of WHAT-IS (if what is is not what you want) and put them purely on what you want now, which encourages me to stay focused on the positive, including the trees for shade and ambiance, flowers, using Clifford’s phone since mine is still in Ely, pleasant temperatures, scenic views, and the fun hikes together.
One morning, after making a smoothie for our breakfast, I go on a hike by myself. The sky is amazing blue and wildflowers are plentiful. I work with Wild Child, as I call the wind, to get moments of stillness for photos of flowers, still using Clifford’s cell. It is getting warm for me by time I head back, but what a lovely time with nature.
Rocks and PhloxRagwortBouquet by Nature
In the afternoon I send photos to family and friends, get in an hour of fiddle practice, and still have time to work on the next blog. It is an enjoyable and productive day.
The next day is much too windy to go walking, so the focus is on indoor projects: fiddle inside, work on next blog, journal, and tai chi for me. Clifford always has radio and a list of projects that he works on.
Monday June 19 starts with breakfast, my usual projects, and radio for Clifford. He is always tweaking his antenna to get the best communication possible no matter where we are located. Finally a call from Jennifer, the receptionist at D&S. The Suburban is done and she comes out to get us. Back in Ely with wheels again, we run a few errands before heading out to camp. I am very happy to have my phone back!
Clifford and I are leaving Cave Lake Nevada State Park today but before we finish packing, I take a shower at at the bath house and do some Tai Chi in a spot of sunlight while Clifford checks into his net on ham radio. Then we have yogurt and fruit for a quick and easy breakfast with no cleanup involved. I packed as much as I could last night, so it is not hard to finish up and we are on our way to Wards Charcoal Oven Nevada State Park by 10:00 or so. Both of these state parks are near Ely, Nevada, in east central Nevada, so it does not take long to get there. Wildflowers are on hand to greet us at Willow Creek Campground.
Arriving at Willow Creek Campground in the Wards Charcoal Oven Nevada State ParkWildflowers Greet Us
We drive around the campground loop and agree on site #6. A little tricky backing Cougar in with the big pine tree right next to the driveway, but once in place, Clifford unhitches and parks the Suburban at the front of the driveway. That’s when I notice the oil leak from a rear bearing. This is not a good thing!
Cougar in Place
Clifford has enough cell service to call a mechanic in Ely, D&S Repair, and we are scheduled to take it in on Monday – almost a week from now. If we are going to be somewhere while the Suburban is repaired, Cave Lake with flush toilets and hot showers would have been nice, but the advantage here is that the friendly ranger will be understanding if we have to stay longer at this out-of-the-way park. T-mobile (Clifford’s provider) service is okay here, but no Verizon (my provider). However, I can use Clifford’s phone for communication to stay in touch with family. We get set up, trying not to worry about the issue with the Suburban.
This is a great location in the foothills of the Nevada Egan Range. There are scenic views across the valley to the Schell Creek Range.
View Across the Valley
I really appreciate the trees here creating ambiance, shade, and privacy. The old junipers have a lot of character. Willow Creek Campground is small but nice with plenty of native trees and shrubs for privacy between sites. Each site has gravel, a new picnic table and canopy over the picnic table for a pleasant camping experience. We are grateful for water here, and the vault toilets are maintained. I am pleased to see wildflowers all around.
Wildflowers at Willow Creek CG – RagwortPrickly Poppy at Willow Creek
The morning after arriving, I walk about near camp to take photos of the mountains and wildflowers, and then I explore the trail across the road that meanders through the woods.
Trail Through the WoodsYellow Variety of CastillejaBlue PenstemonWildflower Friends – Wild Buckwheat and Phlox
I discover that this tail leads from the campground to the ovens. I only go as far as a junction with a trail along the creek, as I need to be better prepared before heading further.
The next morning, armed with water and my 2-meter radio, I explore the trail toward the mountain to the west and discover a bench right alongside the creek, which often becomes my morning destination. The views from this location are peaceful with trees, shrubs, mountains, and wildflowers every direction. It is not long before my morning walks take me off the trail and along the creek itself for many more delightful photos.
Larkspur in the WoodsBench Alongside Willow CreekPeaceful Views from the Bench
Monday June 12 is our day to take the Suburban to the mechanic. It is a beautiful day with big cumulus clouds and only a touch of rain.
Just a Touch of RainRaindrops on AstersRaindrops on Phlox
Although we are a bit uneasy about driving the Suburban to Ely with a leaking wheel bearing, we have to get it there, so off we go. There is a ride service that we plan to use for a ride back out to camp. When we call to set up a ride, no one answers. Hmmm While we wait for a return call, I go to a cute place down the side street called the Flower Basket Coffee Shop. I order a coffee and settle at a table to write in my journal. I am looking forward to some quiet sitting time with coffee and journal. But Clifford texts to let me know that Jennifer, the receptionist at D&S, the mechanic shop, will give us a ride back out to camp.
Back at the campground, we unload the groceries that we had picked up on our way to D&S. It is only after Jennifer leaves that we realize that we left the mail with some items that Clifford needs, as well as my purse and cell phone in her truck. I am totally bummed about not having my cell phone to take photos. It may be another week or more before we get back to Ely. Clifford offers his phone so I can continue taking photos, which is much appreciated, and in the meantime, we will continue to enjoy this lovely peaceful place.
Clifford and I arrive at Cave Lake Nevada State Park after leaving Patterson Pass this afternoon. This small campground is very popular, but we find an available site on the downhill side of the campground. We are happy to be here, but will only be able to spend a week.
Campsite at Cave Lake Nevada State Park
Cell service is marginal, but using Clifford’s hotspot, I am able to make contact with family and friends to let them know where we are and to keep abreast of the news.
Hot showers are a real plus at this campground. Since there is no one camped near us, we can play music outside, which is something we always enjoy.
Although there are not many wildflowers here, the views are good and I enjoy the walkabouts.
Ground PhloxWild Buckwheat
I can see a mountain range to the west with snow-capped peaks even though it is June, but in looking at the map, I can’t tell what range I am seeing. There are numerous mountain ranges running in a north/south direction in this state with wide valleys between.
View from Cave Lake CampgroundView from Cave Lake Campground
When we were here last fall, we drove up the mountain for a picnic and to take photos of autumn color. This time, we go on an exploratory outing to find where we might camp when we leave here. Ward’s Charcoal Oven State Park, about 10 miles south of Ely, is one of our outings. Quite the history of how all the trees were cut and burned to make charcoal needed for smelting steel for the railroads carrying silver ore. The land has never recovered and is barren for miles, but fortunately, the campground in this state park, Willow Creek CG, is situated in what remains of a juniper and pinon pine forest.
Charcoal OvensOven Door
We also check out a large forest service camp to the southwest of Ely, but all the sites seem to be reserved although there is almost no one there. Odd. There is a BLM road across the highway, but no sites, not even any good places to pull off the road. Then Egan Summit, another BLM area with cell service and a good view of the nearby mountain range, but no shade and it appears to be an ATV place, which is not so good for camping. There could be dust and noise much of the time.
Nevada Views
We go to the little village of Ruth, just to check it out, desolate, almost a ghost town. Back in Ely, we find a city park with picnic tables and have a picnic before heading back to camp.
Picnic in Ely Nevada
Wednesday June 6 is our last day here. I pack up as much as I can to make moving preparations easier tomorrow. We have enjoyed our time here, and perhaps we will come again.
Patterson Pass is turning out to be a great place for us. We had seen the highway sign for it on other trips north/south on the highway 93 corridor through Nevada, but didn’t check it out because it looked to be too far off the highway and possibly too steep for towing Cougar with our old Suburban. However, the grade is milder than it looks, it’s quiet, very few people here, exceptionally scenic, and the wildflowers are amazing.
Cougar at Patterson Pass CampgroundScenic Views – Snake Range Across the ValleyLarkspur Adds to the Palette of ColorsIndian Paintbrush Brighten My DayPenstemonAster’s Yellow Cousin
The sky is less hazy today and it is very pleasant sitting out with coffee and my stack. I am happy and grateful to be alive! As always, wherever we are, Clifford works on his ham radio and antennas to get the best reception he can. it is always fun to put out the sign our friend LeeAnn made for him.
Clifford is Radio Point
Monday May 22 – We sure do like this place. I’m glad I didn’t talk Clifford out of coming – not that I can talk him into or out of anything, but he had concerns about not having enough propane. We are being as conservative as we can with the propane. It’s so peaceful and scenic here, really a perfect spot for us right now.
There is a heavy rain in the afternoon, great for the trees and flowers.
Looking Out at the Rain
Wednesday May 24 – It is mostly cloudy again this morning, but very pretty. I take photos of paintbrush with snow-capped mountain in the distance. As the clouds build, it looks to be an indoor day, but out my window I have a view of the sky, mountains to the east, juniper, and paintbrush, so I’m happy.
Paintbrush with the Schell Creek Range in the BackgroundClouds Building
Thursday, May 25, 2023
Today I talk to the neighbor Kristine as she is out walking her dog. She is very friendly and it is nice to chat with a woman. She is solo RVing and has had quite the interesting life this past year. She is very adventuresome and I admire her courage!
(kristinedidit on Instagram)
In the early evening, across the valley we see a storm cell of over the Snake Range. Very interesting to see such a localized formation.
Storm Cell Over the Snake Range
Saturday, May 27. So lovely this morning as I sit in the shade of one of the junipers with coffee and journals. I love my front yard with the junipers and so many wildflowers. The wildflowers are totally delightful, but as clouds and breeze increase, it becomes too windy for good photos. However, life is good and I am grateful to be here now.
Sitting in the Shade of Junipers
Clifford is taking advantage of the pleasant weather to work on his bicycle. He enjoys pushing the limits and going where many bikes don’t go.
Clifford Customizes His Bicycle
Sunday, May 28. This morning we get up very late, but the extra sleep is needed after staying up late working on projects. Every day I see different wildflowers on my way to and from the restroom and as I walk about the campground. Globe mallow are beginning to bloom. I love the wildflowers here, the views, our site with Junipers hugging us, but especially the wildflowers.
Globe Mallow are Beginning to BloomGlobe Mallow in Bloom
Tuesday, May 30. I went to bed a little earlier last night, so was up before 7:00 and went for an early walkabout. Our friend Lori has come to this campground and is camped nearby. She and I chat as we walk down the road where the globe mallow are more fully blossomed.
Flower Seeker – Photo by Lori
Wednesday, May 31.
I get up early as we are leaving Patterson past today. Lori left before we got up, as she has a long drive to her next destination. It was fun to see a friend, and I hope her travels go well. I didn’t do any packing last night, but will get started as soon as Clifford gets up. This has been one of my favorite campgrounds ever, largely because of the flowers. I’ve taken hundreds of photos, but nothing captures the essence of just being here with them in person. I am grateful that we have had this opportunity and look forward to coming to this campground again some day.
Outside the Lincoln County Courthouse Museum in Pioche, Nevada
Wednesday May 10, 2023 is moving day. Clifford and I have enjoyed our time at Echo Canyon Nevada State Park, but we are continuing our journey back to Montana to spend summer with family. Pioche, Nevada, is only 15 miles from Echo Canyon and that is our first destination.
There is a small RV park on the outskirts of this old mining town, and that is where we are planning to stay for a week or so. When we arrive, we are pleased that the site at the end of the row is available. This RV park does not have a restroom, but it does have water, a trash can, and a tree at each site. Being at the end of the row means more privacy for the days that we are here.
Pioche City RV Park
Pioche has a historical role as one of the most lawless of the mining towns in the Old West gold and silver rush days in the1870’s. We have been here before and spent time in the museum and driving out to the old cemetery, but on this stay, we browse around town, stopping at the old Lincoln County Courthouse, which housed the jail, and further along the street, we admire the leaning mining shack, appreciating somebody’s sense of humor. We finish with lunch at the historic Silver Cafe.
Lincoln County Courthouse in Pioche, NevadaJail at the BackLeaning Miners’ CabinHistoric Silver Cafe in Pioche, Nevada
Across the road that encircles the RV sites is a large pit, maybe once a mining claim. I walk there to take photos of wildflowers. It’s a shame that trash is blown or tossed there, as it could be made into a delightful walking path with benches where visitors to the RV park could enjoy a bit of nature.
Phlox in the PitBlooming Shrub in the PitBeauty Hiding in the Pit
Across the street from the RV park is a large and well-developed city park with a ball field, a swimming pool, and an area with playground equipment for kids. I like to walk the outer edges of this park, as the Japanese flowering crab apple and forsythia trees are in bloom, their contrasting deep pink and bright yellow putting on a delightful show for any who pay attention.
Flowering Crab Apple in the City ParkForsythia in BloomForsythia and Flowering Crab Apple Putting on a Show
There are some cloudy and windy days, but I often sit out with journal and coffee by the big boulder that is a boundary between our site and the road. A week in Pioche gives us time to catch up on internet activities.
Cloudy Windy Days at Pioche, NevadaSitting out for Coffee and Journal at Pioche City RV ParkAlways Projects, Inside or Out
Our next destination is a new place for us – Patterson Pass. We have seen the highway sign on previous trips, but on the map it looked too remote. However, the internet allows us to investigate further and it might be a great place. Guess we will soon find out.
Our last days camping at Black Rock Road are especially pretty with filaree extending for acres, a beautiful green carpet dotted with purple blossoms. Soon there will be other wildflowers, but it is time for us to move on.
Filaree Carpet at Black RockFilaree Blossoms
Wednesday April 26 is moving day. We are up by 7:30, have breakfast, finish packing, and are on our way by 11:30. It is good to have gotten a lot done yesterday despite the shopping day and Clifford not feeling well. Luckily, he is feeling better today. I don’t have much time for my morning routine, as getting ready to travel is a big deal for us. Lots of things need to be in place for safe travel, in addition to hitching up.
Suburban and Cougar Ready to Leave Black Rock Road
We have a safe and beautiful drive except for that area on Highway 56 where the trees are all dead – very dry, and negative energy there.
Good-bye to Arizona and UtahJourney to Nevada
Happily, we make it to Echo Canyon by mid afternoon and find a nice spot on the side of the loop that we like, next to the site where we were last fall. We are happy to be here. I walk to the reservoir for photos of the water, getting reacquainted with this campground, one of our favorites.
Campsite at Echo Canyon Nevada State ParkCalm Day at Echo Canyon ReservoirReflections on Echo Canyon Reservoir
A couple days after our arrival at Echo Canyon, our camping neighbor from Black Rock comes to visit us on his motorcycle, bringing sugar for hummingbird juice. I make a good lunch of pork steaks, wild rice, and salad. It is good to see him.
Words of Wisdom from my daily reading from the Law of Attraction: “The more you come to understand the power of the law of attraction, the more interest you will have in deliberately directing your thoughts – for you get what you think about, whether you want it or not. Without exception, that which you give thought to is that which you begin to invite into your experience.” I am keeping this in mind as I go about my daily activities. it is interesting to notice how often my thoughts stray to things that I don’t want to manifest.
The next day Clifford and I go for a picnic to a spot that we know of on the edge of the park where there is (was) a picnic table. When we get there, we find the creek overflowing and the picnic table is gone., but that doesn’t stop us from having our picnic. We just sit alongside the road using our own table and chairs for the picnic. After we eat, Clifford plays music until the wind gets too rambunctious.
Creek OverflowingToo Much for Bridge and Picnic TablePicnic and Music Prevail
I often climb the ridge behind the campground loop to get a bar of cell service. It is enough for me to send and receive text and connect to short “Begin with Breath'” tai chi routines. One day I come across a bench on the ridge, oddly out of place, but a nice place to sit for a great view of the area and a good place to prop my phone up for the tai chi class.
Bench on the Ridge
There are not many wildflowers, but some trees are in bloom, possibly crab apples, which are totally delightful for me to photograph. They also seem oddly out of place, but in a very pleasing sort of way.
Crab Apple in BloomBeautiful Touch of ColorBlossoms and Blue Sky
The weather was pleasant when we first arrived, but then there are several days of cloudy, windy, rainy weather, and even hail. One morning we see some sunshine, but just a teaser. It is soon cloudy and windy again. The day before, I kind of wore myself out walking in the wind, trying to find a spot with cell service. Someone has camped at the site right below the bench, so I can’t go there now. So we don’t have much outdoor time, but I’ve been able to do tai chi inside, as well as other indoor projects, like journal writing. Clifford always has projects. We neither one are ever at loss for things to do whether inside or out. On the days that it is too windy for me to do the uphill climb, I get a boost from Clifford’s hotspot.
Windy Cloudy Days
Finally we have a day calm and warm enough to sit outside. I take photos of Primrose on way back from restroom and then sit outside with coffee to listen to Clifford sing while I write in my journal.
PrimroseMusic on the PatioSitting Out with Coffee and Journal
Monday, May 8, the sky is a beautiful blue, but El viento no es divertido. Café is muy Bueno. Studying Spanish with Duolingo – the wind is not fun. Coffee is very good. The trees don’t seem to mind the windy days and are as attractive as ever.
Blue Sky Day
We have just a couple more days to enjoy our stay here before we head to Pioche for a few groceries and better internet. This has been a good stay, but it is time to move on.
After spending the summer near family in western Montana, Clifford and I are heading south for the winter. I am grateful for all the time I’ve had with family. Despite the early August mosquitoes, hot spell, and forest fire smoke, it was great being in western Montana with my kids and siblings.
Goodbye Montana
It’s a good day for travel with light winds, a great blue sky, and trees just beginning to turn to autumn color as we travel southeast on I-90 along the Clark Fork river.
Clark Fork River Along I-90 in Western Montana
I am grateful for the safe and pleasant drive from my sister’s place where we were camped this summer, to the rest area south of Butte, Montana, where we are spending the night.
Sunset at Rest Area near Butte, Montana, on I-15 South
Sunday September 25, 2022
Sunrise at Rest Area near Butte, Montana on I-15 South
Our travels take us through the ever-changing landscape of southwest Montana.
Southwest Montana Landscape along I-15Organ Pipe Rock Near Dillon, Montana
We take I-15 from the rest area near Butte to the rest area at Dubois, Idaho, grateful for the clean facilities and the large parking area where we find a parking spot on the edge alongside the grass median.
Shrubs at the Dubois Rest Area Attractive in Autumn ColorsSunset at Dubois Rest Area
Monday September 26 was an overnight stay at the Walmart in Burley, Idaho.
Tuesday September 27, 2022
For the first time, we are traveling south through Nevada to avoid going through Salt Lake City. We stay on I-15 until turning south on US highway 93 at Idaho Springs, Idaho.
Tonight we are at the pullover north of Wells, Nevada. It was a harder day of travel due to traffic on 93 as well as more wind. We sure are glad to get to this spot safely and after picking up trash, I take a few photos of the rather scenic desert landscape.
View from the Pullout North of Wells, NevadaView at Sunset North of Wells, Nevada
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
Even Weeds Look Good at SunriseCougar (our RV) at Pullout North of Wells, Nevada at Sunrise
Our destination today is Cave Lake Nevada State Park near Ely, Nevada. About half way between Wells and Ely, Nevada, we stop at the Schellbourne Rest Stop which features kiosks that recount the history of the Pony Express, highlighting the bravery and hardships of the young men who traversed Nevada on their route delivering mail from St. Joseph, Missouri to San Francisco, California in 1860.
Schellbourne Rest Stop Features the Pony ExpressNevada Landscape Near Schellbourne Rest Stop
We arrive at Cave Lake Nevada State Park by mid-afternoon. It is perfect timing for us to catch the park ranger and get the Annual Nevada State Park Pass. The ranger is very nice to take the time for us since he was on his way out.
My research on the two campgrounds indicated that Elk Flat is more favorable for RVs, but since the headquarters is at Cave Lake Campground where we met the ranger, we camp here.
Our campsite at Cave Lake Nevada State Park Near Ely, Nevada
There is a very scenic view from the only pull-through site, but it is really tricky leveling because of the curve and slope of the land. The landscape is a juniper and opinion pine forest with views of mountains, hills, and mesas all around.
View from our Campsite at Cave Lake Nevada State Park
We like what we see and are treated to a beautiful sunset at the end of the day. I am grateful to be here!
Sunset from our Campsite at Cave Lake Nevada State Park
Friday, September 30. September comes to a close with reading Seven Spiritual Laws and sipping hot tea, as I enjoy the egg sandwich that Clifford made for breakfast. I am very happy there are showers at this campground, quite the luxury for our traveling lifestyle. I am grateful to be alive, savoring the beauty and the perfection of the moment.
