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Roadside view of the Royal Hawaiian Motel, my home last night while waiting to begin the bikepacking trip

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07776-royal-hawaiian-entrance-800px.jpg Baker's "world's tallest thermometer," next to the Big Boy restaurant, registers a balmy 71 degrees this morningThumbnailsFrom my balcony at the Royal Hawaiian, I can see Kelbaker Road heading into the cherished emptiness of Mojave National PreserveBaker's "world's tallest thermometer," next to the Big Boy restaurant, registers a balmy 71 degrees this morningThumbnailsFrom my balcony at the Royal Hawaiian, I can see Kelbaker Road heading into the cherished emptiness of Mojave National PreserveBaker's "world's tallest thermometer," next to the Big Boy restaurant, registers a balmy 71 degrees this morningThumbnailsFrom my balcony at the Royal Hawaiian, I can see Kelbaker Road heading into the cherished emptiness of Mojave National PreserveBaker's "world's tallest thermometer," next to the Big Boy restaurant, registers a balmy 71 degrees this morningThumbnailsFrom my balcony at the Royal Hawaiian, I can see Kelbaker Road heading into the cherished emptiness of Mojave National PreserveBaker's "world's tallest thermometer," next to the Big Boy restaurant, registers a balmy 71 degrees this morningThumbnailsFrom my balcony at the Royal Hawaiian, I can see Kelbaker Road heading into the cherished emptiness of Mojave National Preserve

I often stay here while passing through Baker because it's the cheapest motel in town at $49 if you pay cash. It's a bit seedy and the oldest part of the motel is abandoned, but its well-worn 80s decor lends a special character to the place.

I've taken more photos of this place during my earlier trips here.