An epic 4x4 road to Lockes Gap in Texas

Lockes Gap is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.035m (6,676ft) above sea level, located in central Jeff Davis County, in the U.S. state of Texas. It's one of the highest roads in Texas.

Lockes Gap

Is the road to Lockes Gap in Jeff Davis County unpaved?

Set high in the western part of Texas, the road to the summit is totally unpaved. A 4x4 vehicle is recommended. The road is blocked by a gate.

How long is the road to Lockes Gap in Jeff Davis County?

Starting from the paved TX-118 Road, the road to the summit is 6.27km (3.9 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 230m and the average gradient is 3.66%.

 

 

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