–Scott Mitchell (09/04/2020)
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| Status: | Open |
| Typically Open: | Year Round |
| Length: | 5.83 miles |
| Highest Elevation: | 9179 feet |
| Duration: | About 50 minutes |
| Shape of Trail: | Straight Through |
| Best Direction to Travel: | N/A |
| Nearest Town: | Milan |
| Nearest Town w/ Services: | Grants |
| Official Road Name: | 504 |
| Management Agency: | Cibola National Forest |
| District: | Mount Taylor Ranger District |
Highlights
The highest peak in the Zuni Mountains, Mount Sedgwick sits at 9,256 feet. A great feature of this Cibola National Forest trail is that you can drive your 4WD vehicle all the way to the top! On the summit, an amazing 360-degree view awaits you in a spot where you can take a rest or picnic and enjoy the fresh air among tall ponderosa pines.
East, across the valley of the Rio San Jose, sits one of New Mexico's highest peaks, Mount Taylor. Also visible in the distance to the east are the towns of Milan and Grants. To the south are the sandstone bluffs of El Malpais National Monument.
Route Information
Waypoints
1. Trailhead - FR504 (0 mi)
At the junction of FR480 and FR504, there is a large meadow to the east of FR480 and an old log cabin at the start of the trail on FR540. Proceed north on FR504 to start the trail.
Directions to Trailhead
Starting Point: Grants, New Mexico
From I-40, take Exit 81/NM 53 south 0.3 miles to Zuni Canyon Road (County Road 49). Turn right/west on Zuni Canyon Road and travel 10.9 miles to State Route 57/Forest Service Road 480 and take a right/west. Follow FR480 for 8.6 miles to the trailhead at FR504, which will be on your right. You'll be in a huge meadow and an old log cabin will be plainly visible.
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For individual use only, not to be shared.
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