Cienega Equestrian Trailhead
Trailhead includes a large turnaround suitable for horse trailers. The trails associated with this trailhead are: Cienega Equestrian Bypass Trail 266 ; Armijo Trail 222; and Faulty Trail 195 .
Please refer to the Sandia Mountain Trails map to plan your course.
- Cell phone coverage is not guaranteed
- It is the recreationist’s responsibility to use a map.
- Trail(s) are open for the following uses: Hiking and Horseback Riding.
Please not that trails may be closed seasonally, please call the district office for up to date information.
General Information
Weather permitting
Based on conditions.
- New Mexico Enchantment Pass
- Interagency Passes
- Need help deciding which pass is right for you?
Day Use: $5 Per Vehicle
- Requires a $5 fee or a day-use pass.
- CASH OR CHECK ONLY at pay station.
- New Mexico Enchantment Pass
- Interagency Passes
- The fee for 15+ passenger, vans and buses is $10 per vehicle.
Address: 11776 Hwy. 337, Tijeras, NM 87059
Phone: 505-281-3304
Hours: M-F: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 35.16821288
Longitude: -106.37310802
Directions
From I-40 and Exit 175 drive toward Cedar Crest/N-14. Follow N-14 aka the Turquoise Trail for approximately 6.5 miles, to NM 536 aka the Sandia Crest Scenic Byway. Turn left onto 536 and follow it for about two miles. Turn left at the Cienega/Sulphur Picnic Area sign. Stay to your left and follow the road for about .30 miles. Just before the gate, turn left and drive for .16 miles into the trailering area.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
