We left Big Bend this morning and drove to the Terlingua Ghost Town (30 miles west of the park). Abbey remembered the town - the Ghost Town, the businesses, graveyard, former dance studio, and the Starlight (our favorite restaurant). We toured the Ghost Town and then ate lunch at a great little spot called "Chilli Peppers." It was the closest thing to authentic Mexican food!
After lunch, we drove north to Fort Davis National Historic Site and toured the grounds for about 2 1/2 hours. the girls earned their Jr. Ranger badges - number 34, I think! The fort was beautiful and provided refuge for travelers traveling from San Antonio to El Paso, TX in the late 1800's to early 1900's. Many of the original structures still stand and some are in need of restoration. We left Ft. Davis around 4 p.m. and drove northwest to Interstate 10. Driving the interstate has been a shock to our systems as we have spent the last 4 days in the Big Bend wilderness! Tomorrow, off to a special spot in southeastern AZ!
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