Caballo Peak

Caballo Peak is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.310m (7,578ft) above the sea level, located in Sierra County, in the U.S. state of New Mexico.

Caballo Peak

The road to the summit, located in the Caballo Range, is gravel, rocky, tippy and bumpy at times. One mistake can have serious consequences. It’s called County Road AO03 (Caballo Peak Road). This is definitely not a Sunday drive. Drive with care as this is a mountain road with dangerous dropoffs. At the summit there’s a bunch of communication/radio towers.

4x4 vehicle recommended. A traveler on this road must be experienced and completely devoted to safe, slow and obstacle-conscious driving to deter danger. This is definitely not a Sunday drive. The steep drive will take some skill, some patience, and some tolerance for vertigo. Stay alert for potential turnouts as you may meet traffic in inconvenient locations. The road is pretty rough, but the views are amazing. The summit provides one of the most extensive views in the Jemez Mountains.
Pic&video: Jennifer Chapin

 

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