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Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)

Trails that allow for OHV recreation can be found across the Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands. Be aware that you are sharing the trail with others and travel at speeds safe for the terrain. The Lake McClellan Region has its own UTV/ATV Pass for purchase on Recreation.gov that allows for OHV travel in this outdoor playground.

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Lake McClellan UTV/ATV Area Trailhead

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Hiking Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) Biking
The Lake McClellan UTV/ATV Area Trailhead is located outside of the Lake McClellan Campground. This multiple-use trail system is approximately 10 miles in length with a difficulty rating of light…

Lower Pine Trailhead & Lower Pine Trail 05606

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Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) Biking
Lower Pine Trailhead is located off NM 333 aka Old Route 66. Turn at the Kennedy Road/Bartolo Baca Road. It is the northern most access to the Manzanita Mountains Trail System.It gives access to…

Manzanita Rec Zone Dispersed Camping Sandia RD

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Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) Biking Horse Riding and Camping
Sandia Ranger District has several options for Dispersed Camping (also known as "DC").Forest Road 462DC1; Forest Road 542 DC1 through Forest Road 542 DC4; Forest Road 242 DC1Please consult the…

Oak Flat Trailhead & Connector Trail 05637

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Outdoor Science and Learning Biking Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) Picnicking
As you enter the Oak Flat Picnic Site entrance, take a left turn and follow the pavement to the parking area at very end. Oak Flat Connector Trailhead accesses Oak Flat Connector Trail…

Oak, Yucca, and Locust Group Picnic Sites

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Picnicking Biking Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)
The Oak, Yucca, and Locust Group Picnic Sites include a combination of three different picnic areas plus Oak Flat Connector Trailhead, that border four communal playing fields suitable for all…

Otero Canyon Trailhead

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Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) Outdoor Science and Learning Hiking Biking
Otero Canyon Trailhead is approximately 4 miles south of I-40, on NM 337. The parking area provides space for approximately 20 passenger cars with no designated trailer parking.Please refer to the…

Pine Flat Picnic Site

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Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) Picnicking Horse Riding and Camping Outdoor Science and Learning Hiking Biking
Pine Flat Picnic Site is located on NM 337 (aka James McGrane Memorial Highway / Old South 14) approximately 7 miles south of I-40. NM 337 runs parallel to Pine Flat Picnic Site making it easy…

Sandia Ranger District

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Picnicking Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning Biking Horse Riding and Camping Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) Winter Sports
Just east of Albuquerque are the most visited mountains in New Mexico. Millions of people journey into the Sandia Mountains each year. More than half these visitors ride the Sandia Peak Tram or drive…

Southern Crossing 05050

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Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) Biking Horse Riding and Camping Hiking
Southern Crossing  05050 can be easily accessed from the Mars Court Trailhead.Please refer to the Manzanita Mountains Trail System map to plan your course.Cell phone coverage is not guaranteed.It is…

Last updated March 19th, 2025