Date: May 19, 1998 Starting Mileage: 3930.8 Starting Location: Declo, ID Ending Mileage: 4124.8 Ending Location: Thayne, WY Total Mileage: 194.0 (1047.1) Log:
Day 4 -
Following our backward trek of the Oregon Trail, we continued through Idaho. After leaving the Snake River, the first stop of the day was Register Rock. This spot was a favorite camping site of the Oregon Trail emigrants. Many of them carved their names or initials into the rocks of the area to record their passage. |
After this we parted ways with the trail and struck out to the north to explore the Lava Hot Springs. A warm soak was a welcome respite from the mountain driving. Sarah, in her usual exuberance, was the most enthusiastic swimmer. |
Continuing northeast, we passed through Soda Springs and then took the scenic route through Caribou National Forest to our campsite in Thayne, WY. An early arrival here gave the kids a chance to blow off some steam at the playground. |