How to drive the unpaved road to Mount Heliograph in Arizona?
Mount Heliograph is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.060m (10,039ft) above sea level, located in Graham County, in the U.S. state of Arizona. It's one of the highest roads of Arizona.
Where is Mount Heliograph?
The peak, also known as Heliograph Peak, is located in the southeastern part of Arizona, within the Coronado National Forest.
Why is there a road to Mount Heliograph?
At the summit there’s a fire lookout tower built in 1934.
Is the road to Mount Heliograph unpaved?
The dirt road to the summit is totally unpaved, with rocky parts. It features narrow sections, many curves and 6 sharp hairpin turns. A 4x4 vehicle is required. The drive is remote and it is almost guaranteed you will not encounter anyone.
How long is the road to Mount Heliograph?
Starting from the paved AZ-366, the road to the summit is 3.54km (2.2 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 935 ft (284m) and the average gradient is 8.02%.
Is the road to Mount Heliograph open year-round?
Set high in the Pinalego Mountains, the road is usually impassable in winters.