Maxwell National Wildlife Refuge

Only one rest area open on 180 mile trip and it was 20 miles before the end. 😡

This place (lake 13) is really off the beaten path, we are the only ones here!!! It is very quiet.

The Aspens are shining and there are lots of birds since there is a good sized body of water.

We drove to the water, the road is designed to protect the animals. It’s raised and only goes a quarter of the way around the water. It ends with a turnaround loop. There was a herd of antelope.

We’ve enjoyed the quiet. It’s been amazing but strange to be the only campers.

We are going to Santa Fe tomorrow for an overnight. The high altitudes have been rough on Vic so I don’t think we’ll be able to do any sightseeing.

Next we are going to Bosque del Apache wildlife preserve in NM.