How To Travel The 31 Mile Road in New Mexico

31 Mile Road is a scenic mountain drive located on the boundary between Rio Arriba and Sandoval counties, in the US state of New Mexico. It’s one of the highest roads in New Mexico.

31 Mile Road

Is 31 Mile Road unpaved?

Tucked away in northern New Mexico, the road is totally unpaved: gravel, rocky and treacherous in parts. It comprises NM 565 and FR144 roads. Required an SUV or truck with a little bit of clearance and good tires.

Is 31 Mile Road in New Mexico open in winter?

It tops out at 3.354m (11,003ft) above sea level. Only travel on this road when it is dry. As always, check road conditions before departing. Weather conditions can change quickly and be harsh. Road closures can be frequent.

Is 31 Mile Road in New Mexico worth the drive?

The road offers many awesome views along the way as you ascend the mountains, with stunning panoramas of the Santa Fe and Jemez Mountains and Española Valley.

 

 

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