Iron Creek Mesa Trail #171
The 6.3-mile (one way) Iron Creek Mesa Trail #171 connects the West Fork Trail #151 with Middle Fork Trail #157. Trail #171 turns east off of Trail #151 as #151 begins to drop into Iron Creek drainage. Trail #171 stays on top of Iron Creek Mesa north of Iron Creek, taking a shorter route across the uplands to access the Middle Fork Trail #157. At its east end, Trail #171 drops down a steep ridge to the confluence of Iron Creek and Middle Fork Gila River.
This trail is located entirely within the Gila Wilderness, so please remember to follow all wilderness ethics guidelines. Make sure to Leave No Trace.
Specific Trail Information
Trail Number
Accessibility
This trail is not constructed for accessibility by people with disabilities.
General Information
Closest Services:
Connecting Trails:
Middle Fork Trail #157
West Fork Trail #151
Open year-round
There is no fee for use of this trail.
Permits are required for commercial and organized groups entering the forest.
Reliable water is not generally available along this trail.
This trail is designated for non-motorized and non-mechanized uses.
All stock feed brought onto the Gila National Forest must be certified weed free.
Contact Phone: 575-536-2250
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
33.399970, -108.583400 at Willow Creek Trailhead
Parking
Ample parking available at willow Creek and Snow Lake Trailheads.
Directions
From Reserve, follow New Mexico Highway 435 south to Forest Road 141 for about 34 miles. Turn south onto Forest Road 28 and follow it to Willow Creek Trailhead.
Additional Information
Operated By
US Forest Service
