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West Fork Corral Trail #814

The 2.9-mile (one way) West Fork Corral Trail #814 connects Lilley Park Trail #164 with West Fork Trail #151. Trail #814 follows an overland route south of Jerky Mountains and drops to the West Fork Gila River and ends at West Fork Trail #151.

This trail is located 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

#814

Accessibility

This trail is not constructed for accessibility by people with disabilities.

General Information

Closest Services:
The nearest services are in Reserve, New Mexico, 40 miles north from Willow Creek Trailhead.

Connecting Trails:
West Fork Trail #151
Lilley Park Trail #164

Open year-round

There is no fee for use of this trail.

Permits are required for commercial and organized groups entering the forest.

Filter water from streams when flowing.

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

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

33.399970, -108.583400 at Willow Creek Trailhead

33.22975159, -108.2654953 at West Fork Trailhead

Parking

Ample parking at area trailheads

Directions

The nearest trailhead is Willow Creek Trailhead on the north wilderness boundary. It may not be accessible in the early spring if forest roads are closed due to snow. From the town of Reserve follow Forest Road 141 then FR 28 to Willow Creek. Travel time about 1hour, 45 minutes. From the town of Glenwood follow NM 159 to Willow Creek. This road is not recommended for horse trailers. Travel time about 1 hour, 30 minutes. Check with the Reserve or Glenwood Ranger Districts for more information.

Additional Information

Operated By

US Forest Service

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated August 28, 2025