Travel guide to the top of Mount Withington in New Mexico

Mount Withington is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3,087m (10,127ft) above sea level, located in Socorro County, in the U.S. state of New Mexico. It’s one of the highest roads in New Mexico.

Mount Withington

Where is Mount Withington in New Mexico?

The peak is located in the southwestern part of New Mexico, within the Cibola National Forest. The summit hosts a lookout tower, built in 1952. From the top, there are stunning views of the whole area.

Is the road to Mount Withington in New Mexico unpaved?

The road to the summit is completely unpaved. It’s called Forest Service Road 138. The road is rather rough, so a 4x4 vehicle is required. It’s a steep drive, with sections hitting a 10.2% maximum gradient on some of the ramps.

How long is the road to Mount Withington?

Starting from Forest Road 549 (Old New Mexico 52), the ascent is 5.63km (3.5 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 327 meters, with an average gradient of 5.80%.

Is the road to Mount Withington in New Mexico open in winter?

Set high in the northern extreme of the San Mateo Mountains, the road to the summit is closed annually from October 1 to May 15.
Pic: Joshua Sammons

 

 

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