In mid-April, a long time friend and I are traveling cross-county to New Mexico. This will be my second time to the state - I took a week vacation in Albuquerque in October 2007. I thoroughly enjoyed my trip then, and when my friend suggested this trip, I couldn't resist!
The route is from Wilmington, NC to Albuquerque via I-20, Future I-22, and I-40. It looks like we'll be in New Mexico from Monday thru most of Thursday before heading back via I-25, I-10 and I-20.
Monday will be exploring more of Albuquerque - Sandia Peak Tramway, Old Town, Petroglyph National Monument, possibly more.
Tuesday will most likely be a drive North into Colorado to Great Sand Dunes National Park
Wednesday will be a trip west to Petrified Forest National Park and parts of Old 66
Thursday will be South to White Sands National Monument and the beginning of heading back east.
So a few questions: Suggestions for places to eat within Albuquerque or other possibilities to see in the area. (IN 2007, I went to Taos, the Rio Grande Bridge, CO/NM 17, Mesa Verde, Four Corners, and the Turqoise Trail.)
Also, what are a few great towns or roadside attractions along I-40 and I-20 that will be worth taking a brief detour and checking out. Something that will be worth a break in 14-15 hour driving days!
Thanks!
Adam
I'm going to Albuquerque in June so I'll be interested in seeing your pics.
It has been said that there is a town in northeast New Mexico which contains a volcano and a house with a rather vast array of old signs. It sounds terribly impressive.
Quote from: Truvelo on March 04, 2010, 02:27:58 PM
I'm going to Albuquerque in June so I'll be interested in seeing your pics.
This was my 2007 Trip -
http://www.flickr.com/photos/15530177@N05/collections/72157602921991166/
Really looking forward to exploring more of the area this time.
Quote from: CanesFan27 on March 04, 2010, 02:03:07 PM
The route is from Wilmington, NC to Albuquerque via I-20, Future I-22, and I-40. It looks like we'll be in New Mexico from Monday thru most of Thursday before heading back via I-25, I-10 and I-20.
Keep in mind that Future I-22 now begins at Coalburg Road in Birmingham. This is not shown on any maps at this time.
Made it to New Mexico...had to go via I-40 because of an emergency return trip to Raleigh on Day 1 from Wilmington.
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