Node in Blue Velvet

From Hwy 54 at Alamogordo, turn East on Hwy 82 and drive toward Cloudcroft 7 miles. You'll see the tunnel through the mountain, and there is parking on the north and south sides of the road.

The Sunny Side is climbable throughout winter and the Shady Side stays cooler in summer. Sometimes the area is closed due to fire hazard, so check with local forestry authorities.