The Quebradas Backcountry Scenic Byway

January 16 & 17, 2010. The Quebradas Scenic Backcountry Byway is an unpaved county road traversing about 24 miles of rugged, colorful landscapes east of Socorro, New Mexico. Two National Wildlife Refuges are only a few miles from this Byway Sevilleta to the north and Bosque del Apache to the south. Much of the Byway includes rolling bench lands that rise above the Rio Grande floodplain to the west and rugged north-south running ridges of alternating bands of red and yellow sandstone, red and purple shale, and white to gray limestone. -=-=-=-=-=-

The Quebradas Back country Byway. The south end of the Byway begins 11 miles east of San Antonio via US 380 at County Road A-129. From the north, take the Escondida exit off Interstate 25 and follow the east frontage road to the north to Escondido Lake. Head east and pass over the Rio Grande. At Pueblito, turn right and head south for about 1 mile to the beginning of the Byway. Turn left and go east and look for the Byway signs and information.

Info Source: http://www.blm.gov/nm/st/en/prog/recreation/socorro/quebradas_backcountry_byw...

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[medicjimr]

Rel nice looked like allot of fun give you credit though having to lug that much water with you the furthest I am between water sources normally no more than 3 miles

[CrazyTaileZ]

@medicjimr

Thanks for watching. It's hard to find water sources in the desert that are clean enough for drinking. Often, a rainstorm is the best way to capture drinking water, however, sometimes I have no choice but to chuck it thru the desert while lugging around my drinking water.

[paleo99]

Had many fond memories here, whether it was mapping geology or just exploring the area in my spare time.

[rainbowhiker]

What peaceful and in that context, exciting place to visit. Love the frozen water sorce. That could be a life saver in the summer, eh? I'm very surprised at the untouched feel of the place. Thanks for taking us to it. I may never see it in person but I have now through this bit of magic.

[kaver101]

Enjoyed the Video. I was surprised to see it on youtube. I love the Quebradas. At first look it seems lack luster but dig a little deeper and there are some really fascinating things to see. Ruins, Amazing Canyons, Great Rock formations and unexpected springs.