Forty-four miles north of Silver City, New Mexico, on Highway 15. Mild climate, with rainy season July to August. Spring and Fall have moderate days and cool nights. Winter months often have nice afternoons with cold mornings and nights. Take State Highway 15 from Silver City.
Travel time is approximately two hours.
An alternative route from Silver City goes through the Mimbres Valley. It is less windy, easier to travel, and takes about the same amount of time as State Highway 15. However, it is 25 miles longer. No public transportation. Adjacent Gila Wilderness and Gila National Forest has over 1490 miles of wilderness hiking and riding trails.