A Scenic Drive Through Wyoming & Colorado
From Hotel Gym to Snowy Vistas
Our two-day break in the Best Western Hotel, Rawlins, was a welcome respite. However, after a full day inside with only a workout in the hotel’s gym, we were ready to conquer more driving miles.
We woke up to a winter wonderland outside our window. Instead of exploring this new neighborhood, I headed to the hotel gym for a treadmill workout.
I pushed the “Begin Workout” button—I find it too much hassle to figure out every setting, and the 60-minute workout countdown started immediately.
However, the treadmill’s monotony kicked in quickly. Since there was no TV or other guests to chat with, I increased the speed and alternated between running and walking.
A few years ago, I started a run at 5.2 miles per hour; today, I had to accept that this number was my maximum speed. Despite not reaching my goal of 5 miles in an hour, 4.5 miles (7.24km) still felt like a solid accomplishment. My body felt energized again.
I had a moment of worry, though. Yesterday’s snowstorm made me check the I-80 road conditions online more than once. Thankfully, the warnings about slippery roads had disappeared by the time we left. The weather had cleared, and the sun was peeking through the clouds the moment we checked out and drove away!
Snow-Covered Rockies and the Highest Point of I-80
Relieved to see snow-free roads myself, my worries vanished, and I finally relaxed; I could soak in the scenery! The snowstorm had added to the landscape’s beauty: a pristine layer of white, untouched snow. The Eastern Rockies Corridor stretched out before us in all its glory with majestic mountains decorated with snow.
Wyoming's Emptiness vs. Colorado's Sprawling Suburbs
Date
Sunday, March 31 2024
Moving Time
about 5.5 hours
Distance
314 miles
WEATHER
Sun, clouds, strong breeze