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Forest Road 181

Intermediate
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  2. NM
  3. …North Central New Mexico
  4. Los Alamos

“A rugged 4X4 road which connects NM501 to NM4. ”

Michael Wheat
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3.9

Miles

6.3

KM

Point to Point

8,283' 2,525 m

High

7,691' 2,344 m

Low

148' 45 m

Up

643' 196 m

Down

4%

Avg Grade (2°)

17%

Max Grade (10°)

Dogs Unknown

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Description

This road meanders through vast open meadows pockmarked by occasional aspens and pine trees.

Flora & Fauna

Elk and deer herds frequent this area. Frequent bear sightings have been reported. Bears in this area have been known to run away as opposed to attacking. The trail is extremely muddy during spring or warm winter days.

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Land Manager: USFS - Santa Fe National Forest Office

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in Los Alamos

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#13

in Los Alamos

#415

in New Mexico

#27,482

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Rain gathered in a massive reflective puddle on Forest Road 181 (AKA American Springs Rd).
Jul 8, 2015 near Los Alamos, NM

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