Motel 8

They returned in the dark after an hour and a half. We packed up in the brisk wind and turned back for town. We found the State camp site and were busy unpacking the van to walk the gear to the nearest tent site when Mark said “Hey guys, sorry but I need to get a room at a hotel.” “That’s what I said an hour ago” Jerome said. Packed up and checked into Motel 8.

A delicious Sonoran Burger and beer at the Fruita Brew Pub was well received. We met Troy (of Fat Tire Guide to Fruita fame) and he guided us on how best to get to the best part of Westlake Mesa trail that we are planning to ride Friday morning before heading North.

Those beds were soft and cozy!