Osha Pass
Usa, north-america
N/A
2,997 m
hard
Year-round
Okay, adventure junkies, listen up! Osha Pass in New Mexico's Taos County is calling your name! We're talking serious altitude here – almost 10,000 feet!
Now, getting to the top isn't a Sunday drive. Forest Road 70 is a gravel and rock mix, so leave your low-riders at home. You'll need 4x4 to conquer this beast, and definitely don't attempt it in winter. If you're not comfortable on steep, unpaved mountain roads, this might not be your cup of tea. Heights a problem? Maybe skip this one. But if you're up for the challenge, the views are totally worth it!
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Max Elevation
- 2,997 m
- Difficulty
- hard
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