The Alegre Motel in Quemado probably had the distinction of being my shortest motel stay, since I didn't get into my room until 9 PM. |
The motel may have taken its name from nearby Alegros Mountain. |
Breakfast at the Largo Cafe across the street was so-so, but it was my first real meal in 36 hours. The Largo Cafe and Motel were named for Largo Canyon south of town. |
This historical marker noted that Quemado was Spanish for " burned." Actually, I had been burned the day before in Datil when the motel was closed. This was where a kid asked me why I was taking so many pictures. |
Although Quemado was at 6,890 feet, I still had more climbing to do. Looking back, the town is barely visible in the distance. |
Short evergreens like these grew alongside US 60 west of Quemado. |
Further down the road and higher up, I looked back at Quemado again. After all, it was the only town I would see until I reached my destination of Springerville, AZ about  50 miles away. |
                                                                                                                     
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