18th August
11.1 miles
Spring Camp (2017.6) to Leadore (2028.7)
Only a couple of hours of easy Ridgetop hiking bought us all to Bannock Pass. Earlier we contacted Sam from the Leadore Inn, he said he would pick us up at midday. And indeed he arrived on time.
Leadore is typical of small town America. A place that is slowly fading away. The main street is littered with businesses that are closed down. Just one small gas station which is also the grocery store, one cafe, a four room hotel and an RV park which was empty. I had a couple of conversations with the locals. I could easily be in small town outback Australia.
We all devoured a generous sized meal at the cafe and washed it down with a beer. It was late when we heard of a fire just to the north of us on the CDT. We decided we would deal with that in the morning as we lay on the middle of the highway watching the sunset.
Next – Day 124 Tired Again
Everything you need to know about hiking the CDT:
Complete Guide to Hiking the Continental Divide Trail
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Funny thing is im in outback australia and the town looks the same. Riding Darwin to mt isa on savañnah way. Easy riding days with ROC TOURS. Corrugatioms bulldust and crocodiles but lots of fun. Keep walking ☺
One day I will cycle that route when I finally ride home to Darwin. Have fun
You better hurry up and get to Canada – Donald Trump is coming…..
One thing about Idaho, they love Donald Trump.
Yes, the county you are in votes ~75% Republican.
I think closer to 100% from the people I’ve spoken to, they are nice people
Love the highway pics!
Cheers Ian, the colours were special
Fab photos Brad ….colours are amazing ….glad to see you in high spirits …sleep well and “Eat” x
I shall try, thank you