We hit the Turquoise Trail today. Left Albuquerque around 11 a.m. after stopping to pick up our last Satellite Coffee. Drove 40 East to 14 North (Turquoise Trail) toward Cerillos and Santa Fe. Weather cool and cloudy with a few showers. Not far along 14 we saw the sign for Cibola National Forest Sandia Scenic Byway. We headed up with all intentions of hitting the peak, about 14 miles, and coming back down. About halfway we turned around--the clouds were so low on the mountain our visibility was cut severely. Opted to save time and head back to T. Trail. The gem along this drive is Madrid. Ever see the movie Wild Hogs? The scene in the movie that takes place at Maggie's Place (supposed to be a small town diner) is set in the middle of this eclectic funky little town.
We really enjoyed Madrid, parked and strolled from shop to shop--all kinds of unique crafts made by local New Mexican artists.
In Santa Fe tonight, end of the historic Turquoise Trail. Travel Lodge on Cerillos Blvd -- pet friendly and the price is right--$69. per night plus $10 per animal. Within walking distance of downtown. We did and ate at Bullring--great steak dinner. Tomorrow onto Taos and then Boulder, CO by nightfall.
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