Pioneer Creek

4.8/5 (17 reviews)
Red River, New Mexico (Taos County)
Last Updated: 05/14/2023

Trail Information

Highlights

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.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

Trail Navigation

Trail Reviews

4.8/5 (17)
Official Crew
7600
Open
Visited: 05/14/2023

Pioneer Creek is seasonally open. Snow melt may contribute to higher water levels.
Open
Rated 5/5
Visited: 05/06/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Easier

I ran this trail in my stock Cherokee Trailhawk. No issues. Ran into a couple water crossings. Not a lot of water flowing down the trail yet. Very quiet, and lots of exploring to be done.
Official Crew
7600
Seasonal Closure
Visited: 01/01/2023

Pioneer Creek is Seasonally Closed until 5/1/2023
Open
Rated 5/5
Visited: 07/24/2022
Difficulty Accuracy: Easier

Fun, easy trail. Lots of water and mud puddles. This is a LOT easier than the orange routes in Colorado.
Official Crew
7600
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.

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