Hiking
Roughly 800 miles of trails are available across the Forest and Grasslands for visitors to explore. There is a selection of short trail segments, interpretive trails, loop trails, summit trails, long distance trails, national scenic trails, and more. Be aware of your abilities and choose the best trail for you. Remember to follow the Leave No Trace principles while hiking in the National Forest and National Grasslands and be courteous to others.
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10k Trailhead and 10K Trail 200
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10K North and 10K South Trailheads “meet” on Scenic Byway 536, on opposite sides of the highway.--10K Trailhead gives access to 10K Trail 200 going North, and ends at the Del Agua Overlook on…
3 Gun Trailhead/ 3 GunTrl 194/ Hawk Watch Trl 215
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Three Gun Trailhead gives access to the Three Gun Spring/Tres Pistolas Trail 194. It is 4.0 miles long and ends at Embudito Trail 192. Hawk Watch Trail 215 splits off toward the east, from Three…
Agua Sarca Trailhead & Agua Sarca Trail 231
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The Agua Sarca Trailhead is located about 1.7 miles down Forest Road 231 (aka Tunnel Spring Road). There is a small parking area on the left. Agua Sarca Trail 231 begins across from the parking…
Albuquerque Trailhead
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The Albuquerque Trailhead provides parking for access to the Albuquerque Trail which begins at Forest Road 55 and ends at the junction with Fourth Of July Trail. The trail is open for…
ATV Bypass 05617
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Access from Chamisoso Trailhead.Please consult the  Manzanita Mountains Trail System MapCell phone coverage is not guaranteedBe courteous to other users, motorized vehicles and bicycles yield to…
Balsam Glade Nature Tr - La Madera Canyon Overlook
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Balsam Glade Nature Trail Trailhead is within the Balsam Glade Picnic Site. The nature trail begins at an elevation of 8,620’ to 8,660’ for an elevation gain of 40 feet It is 0.3 miles one way…
Balsam Glade Picnic Site
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The surrounding forest and mountains provide a perfect backdrop for photography, flower walks, bird watching, hiking, relaxing and enjoying nature.The group sheltered area must be reserved on…
Black Kettle Campground
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Campground is located at an elevation of 2,100 feet and has 12 camping units.
Bobsled Spur 53
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Please refer to the Placitas Area Trail System and Sandia Mountain Trails map to plan your course.Cell phone coverage is not guaranteedIt is the recreationist’s responsibility to follow the…
Box Canyon Trailhead
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Box Canyon Trailhead