(^32) Baker City – Ontario - 135 km
At last, my cold abated, allowing me to pedal out of Baker City. The
road followed the Old Oregon Trail, an old wagon route and emigrant
trail that ran from east to west across the country, remarkably similar
to the Great Trek in my home country.
The landscape also reminded me of South Africa as it very much
resembled the Karoo. The route passed through sleepy hamlets
featuring abandoned train stations, a railway line, a pub and church—
the only thing missing was a forlorn-looking Pepper Willow.
I followed the Snake River, and with such a name camping along the
riverbank wasn't on top of my to-do list. However, the weather was
perfect, around 30°C during the day – ideal for cycling. I was on a bit
of a downhill run and continued towards Ontario, the last stop before
crossing the border into Idaho.
leana
(Leana)
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