How to drive the unpaved road to the lookout at Fox Mountain in New Mexico

Fox Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.864m (9,396ft) above sea level, located in Catron County, in the U.S. state of New Mexico.

Fox Mountain

Where is Fox Mountain?

The peak is located in the western part of New Mexico, within the Gila National Forest.

Why is there a road to Fox Mountain?

At the summit there’s a lookout tower built in 1959. 

Is the road to Fox Mountain unpaved?

The road to the summit is totally unpaved. It’s called Fox Mountain Lookout Road (Forest Road 770). It features narrow parts and very steep sections. A 4x4 vehicle is recommended.

How long is the road to Fox Mountain?

Starting from the paved NM-32, the road to the summit is 8.36km (5.2 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 441m (1,450 ft) and the average gradient is 5.27%. 

Is the road to Fox Mountain open year-round? 

Set high in the Gallo Mountains, the road is not plowed in winters. It’s usually impassable from November through June.

 



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