Day Itinerary
7 Activities
Day 1
131 mi
Across the Mountains to Route 66
Nestled in the San Juan mountains, day one starts in the small silver mining town of Durango, Colorado. The road trip route continues south through New Mexico and across the Navajo Nation with stops in Farmington and Gallup, New Mexico while visiting a couple of national park sites along the way.
The route is mostly secondary roads and there's a quick stop to charge the vehicle since the route is approximately 165 miles one way between Durango and Gallup to allow for any extra stops.
Remember to wear comfortable shoes for the walking and outdoor activities.
The route is mostly secondary roads and there's a quick stop to charge the vehicle since the route is approximately 165 miles one way between Durango and Gallup to allow for any extra stops.
Remember to wear comfortable shoes for the walking and outdoor activities.
Aztec Ruins National Monument
Landmark
Open Details
After crossing the state line into New Mexico, the first stop of the day is Aztec Ruins National Monument. This lesser known national park site is an important Puebloan site, featuring a 900-year-old ancestral Pueblo Great House made up of over 400 masonry rooms.
The park is a fee free park, and it is open every day open 8am - 6pm June - September and 9am - 5pm October - May, but check the National Park Service website for hours and a park map.
The park is a fee free park, and it is open every day open 8am - 6pm June - September and 9am - 5pm October - May, but check the National Park Service website for hours and a park map.
14.4 mi
30 min
The Chile Pod
Restaurant
Open Details
No visit to New Mexico is complete without a meal that includes traditional green chiles. The Chili Pod New Mexican Restaurant is all about fresh and ethically sourced ingredients and savory dishes. The menu includes burritos, enchiladas and other specialties with vegetarian and gluten free options as well.
Open Monday - Saturday 11am - 9 pm Closed on Sunday
Open Monday - Saturday 11am - 9 pm Closed on Sunday
111.8 mi
2 hrs
Electrify America Charging Station
Open Details
Use this charging station to charge the vehicle while you can check in the hotel. Or you can charge it tomorrow before leaving the Gallup.
Type: CCS 4 Stations, 7 Plugs Power: 150-350 kW
Type: CCS 4 Stations, 7 Plugs Power: 150-350 kW
1 mi
5 min
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gallup
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Check into the perfectly located SpringHill Suites for your overnight in Gallup - famous for its location on Route 66 - the Mother Road.
Gallup is a classic Route 66 town with plenty of vibrant murals, kitschy stores with Navajo art and jewelry and plenty of sights dedicated to America's Highway.
The hotel has and indoor pool and fitness center and is conveniently located less than a mile from a charging station where you can charge the vehicle this evening or in the morning after breakfast.
Gallup is a classic Route 66 town with plenty of vibrant murals, kitschy stores with Navajo art and jewelry and plenty of sights dedicated to America's Highway.
The hotel has and indoor pool and fitness center and is conveniently located less than a mile from a charging station where you can charge the vehicle this evening or in the morning after breakfast.
1.3 mi
5 min
Murals of Gallup 02
Landmark
Open Details
As you head to dinner, stop to see some of the impressive murals in Gallup. Most feature Native American culture and celebrate the city's rich history.
1 mi
5 min
Historic El Rancho Hotel
Lodging
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Dinner tonight is at a timeless Gallup classic - the Historic el Rancho Hotel. During its glory years, the El Rancho Hotel was one of the finest hotels in the entire Southwest and hosted many a movie star.
The hotel restaurant serves New Mexican food along with steak, burgers and salads. There's also a bar onsite known for it's authentic margaritas. Legend has it that John Wayne was a huge fan. In addition to the margaritas, they have a whole line-up of cocktails named after other famous movie stars.
Spend a little time before or after dinner checking out all the Navajo Art they have on display.
Visit their website for the menu and hours
The hotel restaurant serves New Mexican food along with steak, burgers and salads. There's also a bar onsite known for it's authentic margaritas. Legend has it that John Wayne was a huge fan. In addition to the margaritas, they have a whole line-up of cocktails named after other famous movie stars.
Spend a little time before or after dinner checking out all the Navajo Art they have on display.
Visit their website for the menu and hours
2.1 mi
10 min
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gallup
Open Details
Return to the hotel for the night. See you in the morning for another day on the road.