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Deadman Canyon Trail #786

The 2.4-mile (one way) Deadman Canyon Trail #786 begins at Deadman Canyon Trailhead off of Tyrone Road and climbs Deadman Canyon to the top of the drainage and the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail #74 between Ferguson Mountain and Burro Peak. Near the top of the canyon, Trail #786 crosses Motorized Trail #920.

Current Conditions
Open

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

#786

Accessibility

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

General Information

Closest Services:
It is approximately 16 miles to the nearest full-service community with food, fuel, lodging, and medical services at Silver City, NM.

Connecting Trails:
Continental Divide National Scenic Trail #74

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. Filter, boil, or treat water drawn from natural sources.

This trail is designated for non-motorized uses. 

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

Contact Phone: 575-388-8201

S O Building

Address: 3005 E Camino del Bosque Silver City, NM 88061
Phone: (575) 388-8201
Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Trailhead/Starting Points

32.615753, -108.407196 at Deadman Canyon Trailhead

Parking

Ample parking

Directions

From Silver City, travel south on New Mexico Highway 90 approximately 12 miles to Tyrone Road. Turn west (right), following it approximately 4 miles to the trailhead

Additional Information

Operated By

US Forest Service

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated September 18, 2025