Roswell NM to Silver City NM

On and off road bike route from Roswell to Silver City on a more northerly route. Following the Rio Grande River as close as possible to Elephante Butte Reservoir.

This route is still in the planning stages, and I'm seeking feedback about trail conditions. Especially concerning the off pavement portion from San Antonio NM to Elephant Butte Lake.

It appears that the delta north of elephant butte lake may be hard to navigate with the load I am carrying. Using the surrounding mountain peaks as visual aids I should be able to diverge west of the Rio Grande. Aim towards Penasco peak as the Fra Cristobel Range grows larger. Follow the trails that meander southward across the various arroyos before they become canyons.