Influencer I
How was this pulling the teardrop?
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Chloride Canyon, NM
- Thread starter BamaJim
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Enthusiast III
Hey guys. My son and I did this route two days ago and it was fantastic. This was our third day on the NMBDR (New Mexico Backcountry Discovery Route). We started the day in Truth or Consequences and made it to Chloride Canyon around noon. The lady at the museum in Chloride is a wealth of information on the area. We camped at Snow Lake. The campground is very nice but water is still shut off for winter. Collect your firewood before you get there.
On the way out 180 was not passable unless you want to spend a few days with a chainsaw. We had to turn around only a few miles in. I am sure it will be cleared in the next month or so. We took 28 around to Reserve.
Morning Coffee in my hammock.
On the way out 180 was not passable unless you want to spend a few days with a chainsaw. We had to turn around only a few miles in. I am sure it will be cleared in the next month or so. We took 28 around to Reserve.
Morning Coffee in my hammock.
Enthusiast III
This route is section NM3 on the NMBDR (New Mexico Backcountry Discovery Route) and downloadable from the official website.
New Mexico Backcountry Discovery Route (NMBDR)
Off-Road Ranger I
The teardrop did great. The road was in good shape, no real issues. Some parts of the road were narrow and steep, and there were some minor washouts. I was able to get the trailer through it all, of course I took it on the Kokopelli last year - that was a bit of a challenge to say the least. We love backcountry with the teardrop. It does limit some of the areas where we used to adventure, but I still really enjoy the backroads and getting away from the crowds.
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4x4TruckCamper
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Enthusiast I
Question for those of you that have been there. Do you think it would be possible to run a full size 4x4 truck with overhead camper thru the canyon? I think my biggest problem is overhead branches.
Enthusiast III
When my buddies and I drove thru the canyon last year he had a Thule box on top of his Jeep JL and I had 2- 5gallon Jerry cans laid 90* from vertical on top of my 04 4 RNR. We didn’t have any issues, but you are definitely sitting higher. How far into the forest will you be going?
4x4TruckCamper
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Enthusiast I
I was hoping to go all the way thru to Reserve and beyond. My overall height definitely has me concerned. To clear the top of the camper, I need about 10'-6". Don't laugh, but I was planning on bringing my pole chain saw. I just don't want to spend my entire vacation pruning the forest trail.
Enthusiast III
I think you’d be fine overall. When are you heading out? Just asking. I have gps coordinates for points of interest.
Influencer I
Went through two years ago in our 2500 Ram with hight top topper. I don't remember any low hanging areas. All open roads. The canyon is narrow, but not skinny in any means. But it is a slow drive all the way to Snow Lake. Airing down helped a little.
Now go do it!
4x4TruckCamper
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Enthusiast I
My wife and I have 13 days starting July 3rd. GPS POIs would be much appreciated.
4x4TruckCamper
Rank I
Enthusiast I
After reading yours and HoffmanMark's comments, I'm thinking we'll give this a try. I can always turn around if it becomes a headache. Fortunately, the camper is light (1700 wet), and narrow (86" wide). I will try to post a picture of the rig tomorrow.
AZ WANDERING BEAR
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Enthusiast III
I hope to run Chloride as well. Would love to grab your POIs for my planning. (wmay1234@gmail.com) Would be happy to share anything I have from AZ or UT that you'd be interested in.
Influencer III
I’m curious about the canyon. Watching this video it looks cool. Yet the NMBDR shows an alternate route to avoid it. Any ideas why?
Influencer I
Alt route is for snow and run off closure.
To follow up from my post awhile ago....went through again, Aug ‘19 with same RAM with a FWC
mounted in it. Go Do It!!
Highly recommend calling ahead to the Apache Kid RV and grab a cabin and take the museum tour!
What a time capsule. Have done the tour both times.
Member III
Close to home, I can't wait to make the trip and camping.
Member III
You better look me up if you come back. You could spend a year on just the Gila trails and still mot see them all. Fabulous National Forest.
Member III
Don't know why you would have had problems on hwy 180. I've never seen it closed or blocked in the 22 years I've been here. Its a major highway.
Influencer III
I’m curious to hear what temps you encounter right now. Hopefully up and out o& the heat.
Influencer III
If I get over there I sure will.
