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Brushy Mountain Trail #403

The 7.3-mile (one way) Brushy Mountain Trail #403 connects Gila River Trail #724 with Granny Mountain Trail #160. From the mainstem Gila River, Brushy Mountain Trail climbs steeply to the north across the river from Alum Canyon. Trail #403 climbs approximately 1,300 feet to achieve the top of the ridge. Once on the ridgetop, Trail #403 turns west, following it to the top of Brushy Mountain. From the mountain top, Trail #403 heads southwest along a ridge and ends at Granny Mountain Trail #160 near Little Turkey Park.

This trail is located almost entirely within the Gila Wilderness, so please remember to follow all wilderness ethics guidelines. Make sure to Leave No Trace.

Current Conditions
Open

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

#403

Accessibility

This trail is not constructed to be accessible for people with disabilities.

General Information

Closest Services:
Alum Camp Trailhead is approximately 37 miles from a full service community in Silver City, NM.

Connecting Trails:
Gila River Trail #724
Granny Mountain Trail #160

Open year-round

There is no fee for use of this trail.

Permits are required for commercial or organized uses.

Water is not generally available along this trail. Stream, Spring. Water quality is not tested. It is advisable to filter or treat all drinking water.

This trail is designated for non-motorized, non-mechanized uses.

All stock feed brought onto the Gila National Forest must be certified weed free.

Contact Phone: 575-536-2250

Wilderness Office Building

Address: 3697 Hwy 35 N., HC 68 Box 50 Mimbres, NM 88049
Phone: (575) 536-2250
Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Trailhead/Starting Points

33.158451, -108.198334 at Alum Camp Trailhead

Parking

Ample parking at Alum Camp Trailhead

Directions

The trailhead is located along the west side of New Mexico Highway 15, beteween mileposts 35 and 36.

Additional Information

Operated By

US Forest Service

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated August 28, 2025