Chain of Craters Back Country Byway
Visitor Services
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Fees None. |
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Special Considerations
This byway is a Type II road, which means that it is unpaved. High-clearance vehicles are necessary to safely navigate the route, but please note that vehicles with 4-wheel drive are not required. The county regularly grades the dirt and gravel surface.
Restrictions
During rain and snow, this route will most likely be impassable.
Road Conditions
- To find up to date information about the road conditions along Chain of Craters Back Country Byway, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.
- New Mexico

