- CDT NM 2025 Day 24, Wednesday April 30
- Start mile 613.1 near spring
- End mile 628.5 Cuba
- Miles walked: 15.4
The route climbs up and down more cliffs, on a well-constructed path with steps, sometimes carved out of sandstone. We also hike along the edge of cliffs and enjoy the geology.
A roadwalk on pavement for a few miles brings me to the town of Cuba around 12:30. Though it is too early to check into a motel room, I can do laundry, which is where I meet Southern Comfort
After getting a few groceries for the short jump to the next resupply, I check into Frontier Motel around 2PM. A shower and clean clothes are delightful.
I had stayed at Cuban Lodge 12 years ago, and wanted to try a different spot. Stitch, Darby, Machete, and Chill are sharing a room at the same motel, and we agree to go out to dinner together later.
Until then, I have not had lunch yet, and stop at nearby El Bruno’s for chips and salsa.
There is a place nearby operating out of a gas station, called Chaco’s Grill, that serves some of the best and cheapest grub in town, where all the locals go. Chill recommended the fry bread, and I concur.
Our hiker mob also goes to El Bruno’s for dinner, quite excellent. Watch out for the red chile, it is potent.
Finished audiobook The Ethical Engineer, by Harry Harrison, a sequel to Deathworld.