KSJeep
Explorer
Last weekend, Kirk and myself decided to explore the Cibola NF in West Central New Mexico. The original plan was to take a group of folks to Monticello Canyon who had never been there before, however they all bailed out the morning of the trip. This actually worked in our favor (as we've both been to Monticello several times) we were able to change our plans on the fly and explore some new areas in the forest. A plan was made and we were off. We entered the forest on FS225 off of NM 1, North of T or C and travelled several miles before actually entering the forest.
Headed down FS 225.
Entering the NF
The flat desert road gave way to the foothills and several dry stream crossings.
Of course you have to stop to take it all in and get a few shots of the rig.
We continued climbing until we came to the pass.
Top of the pass before heading down toward the Burma Rd and Monticello Canyon
Just over the pass we found this great lunch spot.
Direction we are headed.
Before heading off, we found this steep little side trail, which dead ended at an overlook. We followed several of these side trails and a few led to some nice surprises (more on that later)
Continued
Headed down FS 225.
Entering the NF
The flat desert road gave way to the foothills and several dry stream crossings.
Of course you have to stop to take it all in and get a few shots of the rig.
We continued climbing until we came to the pass.
Top of the pass before heading down toward the Burma Rd and Monticello Canyon
Just over the pass we found this great lunch spot.
Direction we are headed.
Before heading off, we found this steep little side trail, which dead ended at an overlook. We followed several of these side trails and a few led to some nice surprises (more on that later)
Continued
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