New Mexico, United States
El Camino Real International Byway
Historic royal road from Mexico City to Santa Fe.
Las Cruces → Socorro
- Distance
- 148 mi
- Level
- Easy
- Type
- Scenic
- Season
- April - November
Highlights
- Jornada del Muerto
- Elephant Butte Lake
- Historic missions
Must ride
★ 8.1/ 10
Risks
TrafficTouristsPhoto stopsWildlifeSummer heat
Fuel stops
Las CrucesTruth or ConsequencesSocorro
Food stops
Truth or Consequences
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