Hotel (12) Gage - Marathon, TX

The Hotel Gage is a luxory hotel in the small community of Marathon (5000 pop.). The Hotel primarily serves tourists who are embarking to Big Bend Park.  It reminded me of the Hotel Pattee in Perry, IA.  

We wandered through the hotel upon our arrival in Marathon.  Unfortunately, the restaurant and  bar did not open until 5:30 on weekdays.  

Tomorrow, March 28, is a rest day, and the group will be using the day to explore Big Bend Park.

The group was in good spirits today.  We finally had payback for the prior two days of fighting strong headwinds from the southeast.  The winds shifted to the west, and we covered the 57 mile ride ride by 1pm.  -- Also had another excellent meal prepared by Ann: ribeye steak, BBQ ribs, salad, spice cake, and white chocolate bark.