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Most Recent Trail Reviews
Rated
5/5
Seasonal Closure
Visited: 03/10/2023
I did the trail in winter season on my FJ Cruiser 4 wheel drive and I didn't have any problems getting to the top, however I invite my family to do the trail with me 3 days ago and their cars are rear...
Rated
1/5
Permanently Closed
Visited: 01/13/2023
Trail is still blocked by fence near the bottom.
Rated
4/5
Open
Visited: 01/09/2023
I love this trail but it can get way harder when wet so be prepared
No Rating
Seasonal Closure
Visited: 01/01/2023
Greenie Peak is Seasonally Closed until 5/1/2023
No Rating
Seasonal Closure
Visited: 01/01/2023
Old Red River Pass is Seasonally Closed until 5/1/2023
No Rating
Seasonal Closure
Visited: 01/01/2023
Pioneer Creek is Seasonally Closed until 5/1/2023
No Rating
Seasonal Closure
Visited: 01/01/2023
4th of July Canyon is Seasonally Closed until 5/1/2023
No Rating
Seasonal Closure
Visited: 01/01/2023
Goose Lake Seasonal Closure is in effect until 05/01/2023
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 12/03/2022
My first off road trail with a Tacoma, I have no experience in overlanding or so and I made it to the end, it was fun and it make me want to keep exploring more trail in the app, thanks to the preview...
Rated
4/5
Open
Visited: 11/25/2022
Only scouted in about half a mile from the southern trailhead because we had family in a 2 wheel drive vehicle with all-season tires. Decided the snow meant they shouldn’t attempt it but 4WD with AT s...
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 10/22/2022
Beautiful views. This trail can be very busy on weekends and Holidays, but it is generally not a problem if you are not in a rush. Lots of room for passing nearly everywhere on the trail. This trail ...
Rated
4/5
Open
Visited: 10/02/2022
There's also the ruins of an old ranch and windmill 75 yards or so west of the road, shortly after you leave the arroyo and head up the hill. Kinda fun to poke around. Will get a couple photos next ...
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 10/02/2022
Nice drive up to the summit through the canyon. Aired-down to 20psi and that smoothed things out nicely.
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 09/16/2022
This was a moderate trail. Pretty easy with a 4" lift and 35" tires. No spotter needed. However, with a 2021 4dr Bronco it was very close to pinstriping in some areas. I would be cautious about taking...
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 09/15/2022
This was a pretty nice trail! It was pretty easy to manage with a 4" lift and 35" tires. However, as noted by some others, it's a there and back trail with few areas to turn around or negotiate around...
No Rating
Not Reported
Visited: 08/15/2022
The BLM is planning on limiting this trail to the first 0.46 miles
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Socorro Field Office is seeking public comment on the draft environmental assessment for the deve...
No Rating
Partially Open
Visited: 08/10/2022
The trail was closed just past the Gilman tunnels. No reason was listed.
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 07/24/2022
Fun, easy trail. Lots of water and mud puddles. This is a LOT easier than the orange routes in Colorado.
No Rating
Open
Visited: 07/13/2022
Water crossing at the start was a little deeper than expected, but my raised air suspension on my Land Rover did great. Going up the trail was never too challenging, but the families in ATV's made it...
No Rating
Open
Visited: 06/28/2022
Trail access from Forest Closure has been lifted.
No Rating
Partially Open
Visited: 06/28/2022
The Trails have been reopened to vehicle travel. Travel is limited by downed trees from Dec 2021. These trails are being cleared by volunteers so conditions will change daily.
No Rating
Partially Open
Visited: 06/28/2022
The Trails have been reopened to vehicle travel. Travel is limited by downed trees from Dec 2021. These trails are being cleared by volunteers so conditions will change daily.
No Rating
Partially Open
Visited: 06/28/2022
The Trails have been reopened to vehicle travel. Travel is limited by downed trees from Dec 2021. These trails are being cleared by volunteers so conditions will change daily.
No Rating
Partially Open
Visited: 06/28/2022
The Trails have been reopened to vehicle travel. Travel is limited by downed trees from Dec 2021. These trails are being cleared by volunteers so conditions will change daily.
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 06/26/2022
Pretty easy trail, great for getting around and accessing other area trails. The last arroyo section between waypoints 26 and 27 is pretty off camber with a lot of brush. Beware of pinstriping!
No Rating
Temporary Closure
Visited: 06/15/2022
Calving Season is over, but Carson National Forest remains in Stage 3 Fire Restrictions, so no access is allowed in the forest of any kind.
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 05/28/2022
Our family loves this little drive on the Sandias. We take the kids up there for a picnic and get the cars tires dusty. We approach it from Placitas, and travel to the crest. It is rocky so know it wi...
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 05/17/2022
Another easy trail that connects from the Quebradas Backcountry Byway to other more technical trails. Just did out and back and no other trails.
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 05/17/2022
Great scenery. Saw only 1 other vehicle in the 5 or so hours I was in the area. Nice relaxing drive for me, the wife and the dog.
No Rating
Temporary Closure
Visited: 05/17/2022
Stage 3 Restrictions are implemented at 8 am on May 19, 2022. This is a closure to all activities until Dec 31, 2022 or until rescinded for enough moisture.
No Rating
Temporary Closure
Visited: 05/17/2022
Stage 3 Restrictions are implemented at 8 am on May 19, 2022. This is a closure to all activities until Dec 31, 2022 or until rescinded for enough moisture.
No Rating
Temporary Closure
Visited: 05/17/2022
Stage 3 Restrictions are implemented at 8 am on May 19, 2022. This is a closure to all activities until Dec 31, 2022 or until rescinded for enough moisture.
No Rating
Temporary Closure
Visited: 05/17/2022
Stage 3 Restrictions are implemented at 8 am on May 19, 2022. This is a closure to all activities until Dec 31, 2022 or until rescinded for enough moisture.
No Rating
Partially Open
Visited: 05/14/2022
Correction to the Stage 2 Closures: The Motorized off highway vehicle trails are some of the off shoot trails that are specifically Dirt Bike, Side By Side trails. At this time the main trails are sti...
No Rating
Partially Open
Visited: 05/14/2022
Correction to the Stage 2 Closures: The Motorized off highway vehicle trails are some of the off shoot trails that are specifically Dirt Bike, Side By Side trails. At this time the main trails are sti...
No Rating
Partially Open
Visited: 05/14/2022
Correction to the Stage 2 Closures: The Motorized off highway vehicle trails are some of the off shoot trails that are specifically Dirt Bike, Side By Side trails. At this time the main trails are sti...
No Rating
Open
Visited: 05/14/2022
Correction to the Stage 2 Closures: The Motorized off highway vehicle trails are some of the off shoot trails that are specifically Dirt Bike, Side By Side trails. At this time the main trails are sti...
No Rating
Temporary Closure
Visited: 05/07/2022
Carson National Forest has entered Stage 2 Fire Restrictions. Stage 2 fire restrictions prohibit campfires, smoking in certain instances, welding or other torch uses and driving off the roadway, inclu...
No Rating
Temporary Closure
Visited: 05/07/2022
Carson National Forest has entered Stage 2 Fire Restrictions. Stage 2 fire restrictions prohibit campfires, smoking in certain instances, welding or other torch uses and driving off the roadway, inclu...
No Rating
Temporary Closure
Visited: 05/07/2022
Carson National Forest has entered Stage 2 Fire Restrictions. Stage 2 fire restrictions prohibit campfires, smoking in certain instances, welding or other torch uses and driving off the roadway, inclu...
No Rating
Temporary Closure
Visited: 05/07/2022
Carson National Forest has entered Stage 2 Fire Restrictions. Stage 2 fire restrictions prohibit campfires, smoking in certain instances, welding or other torch uses and driving off the roadway, inclu...
No Rating
Partially Open
Visited: 05/01/2022
Red River sustained major wind damage in December 2021. This caused massive treefall on most of the trails. The local Club Red River Offroad Coalition has been working to clear thousands of trees on t...
No Rating
Partially Open
Visited: 05/01/2022
Red River sustained major wind damage in December 2021. This caused massive treefall on most of the trails. The local Club Red River Offroad Coalition has been working to clear thousands of trees on t...
No Rating
Partially Open
Visited: 05/01/2022
Red River sustained major wind damage in December 2021. This caused massive treefall on most of the trails. The local Club Red River Offroad Coalition has been working to clear thousands of trees on t...
Rated
4/5
Temporary Closure
Visited: 04/30/2022
We ran the Manzanitas trails in late April before the fire closures. At the time, trails were as expected but some stretches of FR 12 have become heavily rutted with lots of evidence of people going ...
Rated
4/5
Temporary Closure
Visited: 04/30/2022
We ran the Manzanitas trails in late April before the fire closures. At the time, trails were as expected but some stretches of FR 12 have become heavily rutted with lots of evidence of people going ...
No Rating
Temporary Closure
Visited: 04/30/2022
We ran the Manzanitas trails in late April before the fire closures. At the time, trails were as expected but some stretches of FR 12 have become heavily rutted with lots of evidence of people going ...
4.7/5 (24 reviews)
Updated: 04/30/2022
Chamisoso Canyon
Open
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Tijeras, New Mexico/
5.99 miles/
About 40 minutes
The Manzanita Mountains Trail System provides access to a number of wooded canyons, open meadows and limestone pavements in a multi-use area consisting of hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, OHV, and 4WD use trails.
The towers atop the 7,767-foot Cedro Peak are visible for miles and they provide an easy point of reference as you explore a landscape where high mountain desert meets forest - pinon pine, juniper, and cedar coexist with yucca, cholla and prickly pear cacti.
Within 15 minutes of Albuquerque and easy access to the clean air of the Cibola National Forest, this trail a natural destination for offroad enthusiasts.
4.9/5 (23 reviews)
Updated: 01/01/2023
Goose Lake
Seasonal Closure
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Red River, New Mexico/
7.37 miles/
About 1 hour
Goose Lake is the best known trail in the Red River, NM area. The trail can be full of surprises that can take a seemingly easy trail and offer you challenges. Seasonal changes create fun adventures ranging from easy family favorite water crossings to adrenaline junkie snow wheeling. Immediately you are faced with a drive through the river with depths that have ended more than one adventure before it could start. From the river the trail climbs the mountain which leads to a shelf road with plenty of room for one vehicle, but will make for creative parking when you pass opposing traffic. A "cave" and remnants of mining cabins from the late 1800s and smaller water crossings further the adventure. Reaching the crystal clear lake provides photo opportunities as well as fishing, hiking, or primitive camping. Wildlife like Marmots and Rams can often be seen on the ridge surrounding the lake.
5/5 (17 reviews)
Updated: 01/01/2023
4th of July Canyon
Seasonal Closure
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Red River, New Mexico/
3.58 miles/
About 1 hour
There is a discrepancy between the Motor Vehicle Use Map and the signage along this trail. The MVUM is the legal binding document showing the first half as a 50" and under trail and not legal for full size vehicles, as where the on trail signage states otherwise. Due to the nature of the MVUM being the legal document, we advise that this trail is 50" and under. We are working with the Forest Service to determine if the signage is correct, or if the map is correct.
Old Red River Pass Trail is closed for repair. Forest Road 488 is the only Entrance and Exit for Full Size Vehicles at this time. Remember to Stay on Forest Road 488 as it borders Enchanted Circle Cross Country Skiing Area which are not trails open to motorized use!
4th of July Canyon is a "choose your own adventure style of trail." You can make it as challenging or easy as you want. Photo opportunities abound of the Sangre de Christo mountains and spacious meadows.
4.8/5 (17 reviews)
Updated: 01/01/2023
Old Red River Pass
Seasonal Closure
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Red River, New Mexico/
3.18 miles/
About 37 minutes
At over a hundred years old, the Old Red River Pass is a trail with some history. This was the only eastern access into the town of Red River until the mid 1960s. Considering the town began to gain popularity as a tourist destination in the 1930s, it is fun to imagine what it was like to travel in the family station wagon down these switchbacks for the annual family vacation. Now the Old Red River Pass is a Forest Road with little maintenance, so high clearance vehicles are required. On the climb up the pass you will encounter spectacular views of the town and the Wheeler Peak wilderness.
4.8/5 (16 reviews)
Updated: 01/01/2023
Greenie Peak
Seasonal Closure
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Red River, New Mexico/
5.89 miles/
About 1 hour, 15 minutes
Greenie Peak located in the Carson National Forest is the highest peak accessible to motorized travel in New Mexico. Upon reaching the peak you will have sweeping views of the Wheeler Peak Wilderness and also a bird's eye view of the Red River Ski Resort. For anyone touring the Enchanted Circle this high altitude adventure is a must.
4.7/5 (16 reviews)
Updated: 01/04/2023
Las Huertas Canyon
Seasonal Closure
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Placitas, New Mexico/
7.46 miles/
About 1 hour, 30 minutes
The drive through Las Huertas Canyon in the Sandia Mountain Wilderness is a popular one due to its close proximity to the Albuquerque Metropolitan Area. In addition to providing an alternate route to Sandia Peak, this trail offers people an escape into a cool pine forest, away from the heat and bustle of nearby cities and towns.
This trail also provides access to two large group picnic sites (Las Huertas and Balsam Glade), limitless hiking opportunities, and the Sandia Cave archaeological site. The Sandia Cave (a.k.a. Sandia Man Cave) is a National Historic Landmark that has played an important role in the history of archaeological thought about the Paleoindian period and Southwestern archaeology. It is located high up on the steep cliff walls of Las Huertas Canyon.
Las Huertas Creek, which is adjacent to the trail, is the only year-round stream in the Sandia Range. The water draws birds and other wildlife to the picnic grounds and surrounding areas. aspen and fir trees surround the trail, providing shade from the sun.
4.8/5 (15 reviews)
Updated: 01/01/2023
Pioneer Creek
Seasonal Closure
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Red River, New Mexico/
3.22 miles/
About 1 hour
Water, this Jeep trail is for those who like to splash through the water. Situated adjacent to the Red River Ski Resort, the trail will treat you to the benefits of all the snow melt. It is not a long trail but allows you to play in the water, in fact the trail forces you to play in the water! Pioneer Creek steps up the water play by having the creek run directly down the trail for more than a quarter of the length of the trail. With the trailhead located in downtown Red River and being relatively short, it is a perfect trail for those with a tight schedule but a desire to explore the Carson National Forest.
4.5/5 (8 reviews)
Updated: 01/04/2023
Forest Service Road 376
Seasonal Closure
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Jemez Springs, New Mexico/
23.37 miles/
About 2 hours, 30 minutes
Some of the finest mountain scenery in the southwest is found in the 1.6-million-acre Santa Fe National Forest, and wheeling on Forest Road 376 is a great way to enjoy it. Tall ponderosa pines, aspens, scrub oak, and grassy meadows frame a scenic Jemez Mountain trail that is one of New Mexico's outdoor treasures.
As the trail starts out at the historic Gilman Tunnels, the Rio Guadalupe runs alongside the east side of the trail and offers trout fishing adjacent to numerous parking turnouts and picnicking sites. As the trail runs through Lake Fork Canyon in the north, the Rio Cebolla runs along its east side.
The Jemez Mountains are very important to the Native American people of the Jemez Pueblo. The Walatowa Visitor Center located near Jemez Pueblo on State Highway 4 is a great way to learn about the rich culture of the area.
4.4/5 (7 reviews)
Updated: 04/30/2022
FR13 - Cibola National Forest
Open
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Tijeras, New Mexico/
2.1 miles/
About 40 minutes
The first trail marker you encounter heading south on Forest Road 13 bears an icon of a mountain goat, which is appropriate, because you are about to go for a climb! The northern half of this trail is steep and rocky as you head toward Cedro Peak and an elevation of 7500 feet. Midway through, dense pinon and cedar forest will briefly give way to beautiful long range views of the Manzano Mountains to the south and the towers atop Cedro Peak to the west.
Whether you enjoy wheeling overland, in snow, mud or on rocky inclines, FR13 will have a little bit of each depending on the season. The area boasts more than 300 days of sunshine annually so there is ample opportunity to get out and enjoy this trail and others in the Manzanita Mountains Trail System.
5/5 (7 reviews)
Updated: 04/30/2022
FR 542 - Cibola National Forest
Open
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Tijeras, New Mexico/
2.35 miles/
About 30 minutes
Forest Road 542 is located in the Manzanita Mountains south of Interstate 40 within the Sandia Ranger District of the Cibola National Forest. Just under 15 minutes from Albuquerque, this trail, which is part of the Manzanita Mountains Trail System provides an opportunity to quickly get out of the city and into nature without much fuss. FR542 is relatively easy to traverse and perfect for someone wanting to ease into off-roading and learn to use their 4WD vehicle; however, it also offers optional challenges, including a set of 12”-18” shelves off to the side of one section of the trail for the more adventurous wheeler.
The Manzanita Mountains Recreation Zone doesn’t have an amenity fee and is open year-round. With trails for hiking, bicycling, horseback riding, OHV riding and motorized vehicle use, along with camping, picnic sites and beautiful views from within a fresh pine forest, this area has something for everyone. The Manzanitas Mountains are adjacent to the Manzano Mountain Wilderness. Manzanita is Spanish for “little apple.” The village of Manzano (apple), as well as the mountains, got their name from explorers in the 1700s who noticed very old apple trees growing there – a curiosity to them as apple trees are not native to this country.
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Most Recent Scout Route Reviews
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 03/16/2023
We ran it from south to north and the views didn’t disappoint, but may be slightly better from the opposite direction. Very curvy and narrow at times. We spotted a herd of Elk at the northen end befor...
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 03/12/2023
Very laid back trail through the woods. It could be a challenge for a stock 4x4 if the ruts and mud holes are full! We were lucky and it was dry.
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 03/11/2023
This trail was a fun drive through the woods! It was a nice break from the desert in Alamogordo. We drove west to east in the late afternoon and finished at dusk. There look to be some great recreatio...
Rated
3/5
Open
Visited: 02/24/2023
I liked this trail, I don't know that Jen was as excited about the bumpy, but it was nice to see some greenery in New Mexico after having stared at the desert for a few days.
Rated
1/5
Open
Visited: 02/22/2023
This isn't a rough road, and we took it to get out to the UFO site. It's pretty out here though, even though the wind was brutal while we where here.
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 02/22/2023
This was just a fun little excursion for us while checking out the wonderfully weird Roswell, NM. The site doesn't look like too much, but it was cool to see it in person! There is scenery to be had o...
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 11/07/2022
We connected this easy trail with Stone Creek from Alpine to the south. This route is ideal for camper vans and other less capable 4x4s. There is nobody out there and plenty of camping to be found. ...
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 10/18/2022
Very rocky and 2 technical areas. I have 38" mud terrain tires and 2 lockers. Outside of that it would be much more difficult.
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 10/18/2022
Very rocky and 2 technical areas. I have 38" mud terrain tires and 2 lockers. Outside of that it would be much more difficult.
Rated
4/5
Open
Visited: 09/17/2022
A good scenic drive. Loved the variety of terrain and the very pretty cliffs.
Rated
3/5
Open
Visited: 09/17/2022
Interesting trail. The center section wasn't technical. just annoyingly bumpy.
Rated
4/5
Open
Visited: 09/17/2022
The trail was rough dirt and fairly bumpy, but still easy.
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 08/06/2022
Excellent trail for exreme crawling. Even if you cross the gatekeeper, arguably the most difficult obstacle, you are far from home free. A 9+ in my opinion.
Rated
3/5
Open
Visited: 06/25/2022
Easy dirt road that gets rough as you near the underpass and beyond. Essential for efficiently accessing several of the 4WD trails in the area.
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 06/25/2022
Excellent technical, hard trail with many optional lines that are extreme. The scenery is gorgeous! We went during the monsoons and the trail was a real handful with mud and water.
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 06/25/2022
This is easily one of my favorite trails in this area. A challenge from end to end with an 8-foot vertical climb at the end. Super fun!
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 05/22/2022
Super easy trail and a great way to get around to the trails in "Area 51" off of I-25 Exit 51.
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 05/22/2022
One of our favorite hard trails in the area. Always different, always challenging, and always fun.
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 05/21/2022
Breathtaker has a few small obstacles, a couple of technical sections, and a steep climb out at the end. It's a good trail for anyone just getting into more challenging wheeling. The view is great and...
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 05/21/2022
One of several short rockcrawling trails in the vicinity, this is challenging enough to get your blood flowing without terrifying you. Easy to chain trails together out here to make a day of it.
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 05/21/2022
Excellent, recently opened trail for rock crawling and technical driving. We had a blast on this one and cannot wait to go back. I think 2022 will be the first year that this one is part of the Chil...
Rated
3/5
Open
Visited: 05/21/2022
Very easy and quick dirt trail that will get you to several trailheads.
Rated
3/5
Open
Visited: 05/21/2022
Very easy and quick dirt trail that will get you to several trailheads.
Rated
5/5
Open
Visited: 05/08/2022
This trail is extreme in every sense of the word. The buggy crowd loves it and it's not an option for Jeeps or other 4x4s unless you're willing to drag the side of your vehicle through the gatekeeper....
5/5 (1 reviews)
Silver Spring
Silver Spring, FR162, is a dirt road that winds through Lincoln Nation Forest near the small mountain town of Cloudcroft. The west portion is just over 6,600 feet in elevation and is primarily a graded gravel road with great views of the desert and valleys below. There are a couple of camping spots in this section.
The forest becomes denser in the central and eastern portions, with more opportunities for camping. The trail gains elevation towards the east end, peaking at over 8,700 feet.
There are no significant obstacles other than the possibility of snow or mud, depending on the season. Several other trails connect to FR 162, including a fire tower overlook on the east side. If camping, there are parcels of private land with signage dotted along this trail.
Camping spot on the west side: (32.97571, -105.82628)
5/5 (1 reviews)
Carr Gap Canyon
In the Lincoln National Forest, Carr Gap Canyon, FR607, is a gravel road that twists through the Sacramento Mountains. There are endless mountain and valley views along the narrow, windy road.
There aren’t any difficult sections other than the possibility of weather. Carr Gap Canyon has many offshoot roads and trails for further exploration.
There are multiple opportunities for camping along this road.
Dispersed campsites:
- (32.94990, -105.47080)
- (32.95263, -105.46906)
- (32.96658, -105.50075)
5/5 (1 reviews)
Three Mile Canyon
Three Mile Canyon, FR 228, runs 10 miles through the Sacramento Mountains. It is a straight-through trail that connects US Highway 82 with Carr Gap Canyon, FR607.
Most of the southern portion is in a wooded forest, while the northeastern end is rolling hills and valleys. Three Mile Canyon is an ungraded dirt road that may have deep mud holes and ruts with no bypass after significant rain or snow. Cattle freely roam throughout the area with multiple unlocked gates.
There are several spur trails and roads to explore and plentiful dispersed campsites.
3/5 (1 reviews)
Boy Scout Mountain
Boy Scout Road is a bumpy ride up into the New Mexico wilderness. The short trail meets up with a number of hiking trails, including the Captains Peak Trail. The rough road is not seasonal but does have gates in the event of bad weather or known washouts. The end of the trail is gated. Return the way you came.
1/5 (1 reviews)
T West Road
T West Road runs north to south through the broad New Mexico desert. It's an easy graded road with scenic views in most directions. However, the real reason for driving this dirt road is that it connects the paved highway to the trail leading to Roswell UFO Crash Site. The alleged 1947 alien crash mystery still resonates today. Don your tinfoil hat and head on out.
5/5 (1 reviews)
Roswell UFO Crash Site
The truth is out there.
Headlines In the summer of 1947, claimed a Flying Saucer crashed in the New Mexico desert. The story spawned an entire industry and put Roswell on the map. This skip site is said to have been the first impact location for the saucer before it bounced and landed a distance away on private land.
Traveling to the site is easy. The dirt T-West Road connects to this mildly bumpy dirt road. The site is just a hole in the ground that looks like something impacted there. Feel free to walk around and check it out since this is BLM land. However, you're reminded not to take anything.
The International UFO Museum in Roswell has more information on the alleged crash site, including detailed stories and evidence found at the site.
4/5 (1 reviews)
Frisco Divide
Frisco Divide runs through a dense mixed conifer forest from US 180 in the north to Pueblo Park in the south. There are steep grades and shelf roads at each end of the trail. Occasional breaks in the trees offer nice views. The best dispersed camping is near the trail's southern end, with the best site near the road's only meadow.
3/5 (1 reviews)
Pueblo Park
Pueblo Park runs from US 180 on the east into Arizona, ending on Blue River Road on the west. Besides straddling two states, the road runs through two national forests, Gila in New Mexic and Apache Sitgreaves in AZ. The ends of the trail are very easy. The middle third of the road climbs up and over the Blue Range. This section of trail is very rocky with a few shelves but does provide good views.
There is dispersed camping near the eastern end of the road. Additionally, Pueblo Park Campground is free and offers vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire grates.
4/5 (1 reviews)
Bill Knight Gap Road
Bill Knight Gap Road, named for the switchbacking section that climbs a cliff, traverses pine forests and wide open meadows. The trail begins in the town of Luna and travels north to Highway 60. Cattle graze the meadows, and the trail does pass through a ranch on a small section of private land. There are scenic white cliffs that border the route. In the north, the incongruity of old abandoned ranch buildings with modern wind turbines on the hills above them is striking.
The road is well maintained, though traveled lightly enough that grass grows in the middle of the trail in places. There are a few dispersed campsites scattered along the trail.
4/5 (1 reviews)
Hardcastle Gap
Hardcastle Gap runs from Bill Knight Gap Road in the north to Highway 32 in the south. The northern 6.5 miles and final 3 miles of the road cross private property. The trail begins on grasslands dotted with junipers and bordered by cap rock buttes. Further south, the trail enters a pine forest. The trail is easy but can get rutted after wet weather. There are two nice dispersed campsites near Hardcastle Gap.
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