More Monticello SP, NM - Nov 2008

We're into our second week at Monticello Campground (within Elephant Butte Lake State Park) and are still enjoying the great views. This week we've had exceptional sunrises and sunsets -- I'm guessing that more moisture in the air (from the northerly winds) causes more clouds and more colorful skies, although we have had no precipitation whatsoever -- just sunny, warm days and crisply, cold nights.


Oh yes, the full moon was lovely as it crested the mountain across the lake.

We've mostly been relaxing, but have taken a few excursions into Truth or Consequences for shopping and laundry. We've also been up to the Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge twice -- once at sunset and once at sunrise (see separate posts.)

The campground has been nearly empty with only between 5 and 10 sites occupied at any one time. Since there are 50 sites, we've had plenty of elbow room and quiet solitude -- something we relish. I imagine we'll stay here up to the 21 day limit.