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Recreation Region: Smokey Bear Ranger District

Nogal Canyon Trail (T48)

Trail #48: The Nogal Canyon trail is 1.2 miles long. It begins at the Nogal Trailhead at the end of Forest Road 400 and ends at the Tortilita trail (T54). The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Horseback Riding

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

Year Round

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 Nogal Canyon trail head (T48) at the end of Forest Road 400. 

Parking

Park at Nogal Canyon trail head (T48) at the end of Forest Road 400. 

Additional Information

Operated By

Forest Service

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated July 2nd, 2025