Before you embark on your
journey, be sure to refuel in the quaint town of Cloudcroft. While the roads in
Lincoln NationalForest are excellent, there are no gas stations. Once you’re ready to
go, head south from Cloudcroft onto Cox Canyon Highway. (Before you leave town,
check out the Mexican Canyon Railroad Trestle Recreation Area, just one
street west.)
Starting on James Canyon
Highway (US-82) in Cloudcroft, take a left and start heading south on Cox
Canyon Highway (State Road 6563). After a little over a mile and a half, bear
right to stay on SR-6563, which turns into Sunspot Scenic Byway.
Sunspot boasts some of
the best riding road around. There are plenty of twists along this well-paved
highway, along with some fun up-and-down hill country. Plus, stunning vistas
from this forest oasis can’t be beat. You can even catch a glimpse of the
famous WhiteSands at Alamogordo to the northwest.
About 15 miles in, you will
see signs for the NationalSolar Observatory. You can choose to wander around and stretch
your legs on your own or opt to take the guided tour and learn all about this
neat astronomy center.
Next, turn right onto
Sacramento Canyon Highway and continue heading south. From there, either head
14 miles straight to Timberon, a sleepy camping village nestled on the southern
slopes of the Sacramento Mountains, or turn left onto Scott
Able Road and continue winding your way around.
After 3 miles, turn right
onto Agua Chiquita Road and enjoy the twisties! Continue on through the town of
Weed and turn left onto Route 24. After 5 miles,
turn left onto Rio Pensaco road and head back toward Cloudcroft on Cox Canyon
Highway.
1 comment:
A very good route to have a great ride because of the sceneries. Bikers must have a map or GPS though to make sure that they are going the right way. :)
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