Robledo Loop (110.58 miles away)
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Guadalupe Rim
Scout Route
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The Guadalupe Rim Trail is located in the southernmost unit of Lincoln National Forest, running along the western cliffs of the Guadalupe Mountain Range. Officially named Forest Road 67, it is the main access route to numerous additional forest roads that offer varying terrain, including small rock shelves, sand, and dirt.
The trail is primarily limestone gravel, with some dirt sections. It has an easy rating that is suitable for most vehicles. There are no significant obstacles other than potential weather-related issues, such as mud and ruts at a few points. This trail is also a small section of the 1,200-mile-long New Mexico Backcountry Discovery Route (NMBDR).
Along the trail, multiple viewpoints offer stunning views to the west over Dog Canyon. Within the Junipers and Pinyon trees, there are plenty of large flat camping areas that can fit multiple rigs at one time.
The trail's south end is within an hour and a half of several points of interest, including Sitting Bull Falls, Carlsbad Caverns National Park, and Guadalupe Mountain National Park. The closest amenities, such as gas, groceries, and lodging, can be found in Carlsbad, New Mexico.
