Morning at Nipton is nice and sunny; the tent sits at the back of the cactus garden by some eucalyptus trees

Mojave National Preserve Bicycle Camping and Hiking, Fall 2012

Nipton to Slaughterhouse Spring: Day 1

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I encounter no other human footprints as I hike down this wash toward Ivanpah Road (and I haven't seen any other humans today)

Date: November 19, 2012, 15h42

Morning at Nipton is nice and sunny; the tent sits at the back of the cactus garden by some eucalyptus trees

I slept so well last night, undisturbed by the loud passing trains. I enjoy coffee at the general store, have a tasty plate of huevos a la mexicana at the café, and pack up slowly. I feel ready for a week in the adjacent Mojave National Preserve.

Date: November 18, 2012, 08h21

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