We didn't spend any time in El Paso. A quick breakfast, cleanup and we're on our way. Since it's only a short drive we keep our speed down to 55 mph - well, that and the wind. It's steady with gusts up to 35 coming out of the SW, so we rock and roll down Hwy 180 to the KOA in Carlsbad. One thing we've noticed about cities and towns in the SW, they sprawl all over - a result of cheap, plentiful land. Carlsbad, which lies on the Pecos River and a population of 26,000 probably covers 25 square miles.
After getting set up, we drove into town and did some exploring. With the wind blowing, the temperature is in the high 30's with bright sunshine. We stopped along the river and took the dogs for a walk. Following a path we walked under a bridge and were surprised to see ice crystals forming where water was dripping from the bridge. Brrrr! Tomorrow we go to Carlsbad Caverns.
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This leg, 145 miles. Total for trip so far, 2,454 miles.
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