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Lake Fork Trail
The Lake Fork trail is 4.8 miles long. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Horseback Riding, Mountaion Biking, XC Skiing/Snowshoeing, and snowmobiling.
Snowmobiling is permitted on Cabresto Lake Road (134A) to as far as the lake. Beyond that on the Lake Fork Trail is cross-country skiing and snowshoeing only.
Cabresto Lake Road 134A takes off in a northerly direction from Cabresto Canyon, State Road 563, about 5 miles from the intersection. It is about 2 miles to Cabresto Lake on 134A and the Lake Fork trailhead, Trail 82.
GeoPDF Map of Latir Peak Wilderness Trails: Bull Creek Trail #82 and Lake Fork Trail #85
Map of Latir Trails (kmz file) Need Google Earth.
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At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | The trail is likely impassable to stock. A hiker visitor report in summer 2023 indicated about a dozen downed trees across the trail, some with difficult go-arounds. |
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| Restrictions: | Lake Fork Trail is for experienced skiers only. |
| Information Center: | For more information contact: Questa Ranger District, P.O. Box 110, 184 SR 38, Questa, NM 87556. (575) 586-0520. |
Activities
Mountain Biking
| Difficulty Level: | Most Difficult |
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Day Hiking
| Difficulty Level: | Most Difficult |
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Horse Riding
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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OHV Trail Riding
XC Skiing/Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling is permitted as far as the lake, beyond that is cross-country skiing and snowshoeing only.
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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