North Pipeline Road

Trail Overview

This route connects the Old State Highway 279 off Highway 550 with South Pipeline Road, or Backway to Cabezon Peak. There is one major obstacle through the Rio Puerco Arroyo at the northern end. The water can run deep through the narrow, steep drainage and both sides can be slick.

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Difficulty

There are numerous ruts and erosion issues.

History

The spectacular Cabezon Peak rises prominently to the west of this route. Cabezon Peak is a large volcanic plug rising to 7,785 feet in elevation, and nearly 2,000 feet above the floor of the Rio Puerco Valley.

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