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4.57 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.57
7 Reviews

Riudoso to Alamogordo via Cloudcroft

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By HRTFXR (8 McR Points) on May 12, 2012

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eatporkwithyourrice
34 McR Points
January 9, 2022
Great ride. It's a staple of mine considering it…
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slogdog
February 23, 2017
Very nice road, one of my favorites, peaceful…
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Written Directions

Take Route 48 east-southeast out of Ruidoso to US 70. Go southwest (right) on US 70 then take a left on to route 244 and head southeast. 244 will swing southwest and you want to take that into Cloudcroft. Then get on US 82 west and take it all the way into Alamogordo.

Scenery

This is a beutifule route with great scenery and twisting roads. High altitude. Not much traffic.

Drive Enjoyment

Good road quality. Lots of twists. No gas stations. Beautiful scenery.

Tourism Opportunities

Not much of roadside amenities.
 

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Raul Mondragon
April 19, 2020
79 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Adventure Touring
This is an amazing road to take when the weather is nice.
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Dan Erhard
December 10, 2020
49 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
Very nice route, which can be turned into a loop by passing through Tularosa, to visit the pistachio farms and wineries. The ride from Cloudcroft to Alamogordo is very nice, but tends to leave you stuck behind an RV. Better on the uphill, because of some short passing lanes on the uphill. Very nice brew pub in Cloudcroft, or on weekends get in the huge line at the barbeque joint. Don't forget your rain gear. In summer you can get caught in surprise storm, and in even in summer you may be surprised how cold it can be in Cloudcroft, especially before noon. Its 9000 feet, making it a perfect escape from the desert heat. But sometimes, more than you may have expected.
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six30nine
July 4, 2021
5 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
nice ride - see other reviews for details
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