Utah Rest Area: Echo Canyon Eastbound

The Echo Canyon rest area is unique in a couple of ways.  There is a short hike from the rest area.  It also documents Mormon Pioneer history as well as the Utah War as it pertains to Echo Canyon.

looking to the westbound rest area where there is a wagon

Views of the Grandkids

 Owen getting a hit in baseball and the girls in matching swimsuits at Miller Pool.  Miller Pool was pretty cool.  the have the slides and a splash section.  The pool at its deepest is three feet, which was great for Riley who really enjoyed the dragon slide.  

More Views of Paris Idaho

 There is a bell and plaque remembering the first church in Paris, a veteran's memorial in front of the courthouse (and another bell), and a playground behind the school and tabernacle.  Playground has an old merry-go-round.  Paris is the county seat of Bear Lake County.

Pioneer Day Parade at the Mormon Trail Visitors Center

 Friday morning we had a good time at the Mormon Trail Visitors Center pioneer day celebration.  There was fish pond, face painting and lots of games.  

Wyoming Rest Areas

 Bear River Rest Area, Lyman Wyoming I80

Lyman Rest Area I80: pioneer memorial

Bitter Creek Rest Area, east of Rock Springs, does not have access from both directions.  westbound is currently open and eastbound closed for construction.

Fort Steele Rest Area: east of Rawlins and close to the actual Fort Fred Steele

Wagonhound Rest Area: west of Laramie, Tipi rings

Summit Rest Area: Lincoln statue and visitor information, East of Laramie,

Point of Interest:  Lonetree or Tree Rock  An interesting and historical feature as was along the railroad, then Lincoln Highway and now i80

Pine Bluffs: Pine Bluffs at the Nebraska/Wyoming border.  Short hike to archeological site.