Cow Mountain
Usa, north-america
4.8 km
2,865 m
moderate
Year-round
Okay, road trip fans, listen up! Have you heard of Cow Mountain in New Mexico's Lincoln County? This beauty tops out at a whopping 9,399 feet!
You'll find the route to the summit—Indian Service Rte 21— nestled within the Mescalero Reservation. The road is mostly paved, but don't get too comfy. The last three miles are gravel, so a 4x4 is a must!
Heads up: winter makes this road totally impassable. And if unpaved mountain roads aren't your cup of tea, you might want to sit this one out. But for those who dare, the views are supposed to be epic!
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Length
- 4.8 km
- Max Elevation
- 2,865 m
- Difficulty
- moderate
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