SOAP LAKE

We said goodbye to the Taylors this morning and headed out on our own to Smokiam Resort in Soap Lake, Washington. Kathe wanted to take highway 2 rather than the Interstate because she wanted the more scenic route. All went well until the city of Davenport where they closed the highway for some sort of a parade. Only one problem, they didn't mark the detour very well and we ended up on a dirt road in the town cemetery. Had to unhook the car, back up, turn around, hook back up and find our way back to the highway. 

Not fun! Made it to Soap Lake in plenty of time to have lunch and take a hike to the Lake Lenore Caves. A hard, hot hike uphill on the rocky cliff to a disappointing hole in the rocks. 

Seems there was a better view of the caves from the highway. The Smokiam Resort is a large family campground with lots of things for kids to do. There are even several Tipis that can be rented and lots of tent camping. Looks like there is plenty to do here, and if it ever cools down, I might even let Kathe take me for a long walk around the campground. Right now, I'm happy to stay inside with the air blowing full blast.