I have always wanted to take the train across the Continental divide so here I go. Caught the California Zephyr in Galesburg Illinois heading west. Stopped in Glenwood Springs, Colorado for a few days. Nice town full of friendly people. Been starting or ending my days visiting one of the hot springs. The original hot springs pool is the largest in the world with over a million gallons. Hiked to Doc Holiday’s supposed grave and others like Kid Curry in the local cemetery. Weather has been chilly with low teens at night and day highs in the 30’s.
43 railroad tunnels between Denver and Grand Junction. One took about 10 minutes to go through. A kind fisherman showed us why the area we were passing is called Moon Canyon. 2139 miles in 48 hours.
