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Recreation Region: Smokey Bear Ranger District

Lookout Mountain Trail (T78)

Trail #78: The Lookout Mountain trail is 0.8 miles long. It begins at T25 and ends at Lookout Vista at the top of Lookout Mountain. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Horseback Riding

Current Conditions
In winter this trail is closed for ski operations.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Type

Standard/Terra Trail — A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.

General Information

In winter this trail is closed for ski operations. 

No Mountain Bikes or motorized vehicles allowed

Contact Name: Smokey Bear Ranger District Office

Contact Phone: (575) 257-4095

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Address: 901 Mechem Dr., Ruidoso, NM 88345
Phone: 575-257-4095
Hours: M-F: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Trailhead/Starting Points

Park at the Scenic trail head (T15) off of NM HWY 532, just before the Ski Apache gate entrance. Hike Scenic Trail (T15) to Crest Trail (T25) to junction. 

Parking

Park at the Scenic trail head (T15), just before the Ski Apache gate entrance. Hike Scenic Trail (T15) to Crest Trail (T25) to junction. 

Additional Information

Operated By

Forest Service

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated July 2nd, 2025