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Alto Lake

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About Alto Lake:

Earthen Dike, mostly undeveloped lots of room for first ascents. Great top rope and Trad. Some choss!!!
Nearest town or city: Alto, NM
Directions: From Ruidoso head North on Mechem to Ski Run Road. Turn right at old Inncredible restaurant and travel 3-4 miles. Park on side of road where its feasible. Ten minute approach from beginning of road
Latitude, Longitude: 33.39949, -105.65741
Access Issues: Gate blocks access claiming private property but to knowledge is put up to deter miscreants from the water tanks. LEAVE NO TRACE!!!
Camping: Free
When to Climb: Autumn Spring Summer Winter
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