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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Oak, Yucca, and Locust Group Picnic Sites
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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…
Ojo Redondo Campground
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This campground is located southwest of Mt. Sedgwick, the highest peak in the Zuni Mountains.  It is situated in ponderosa pine, douglas fir, and aspen trees, with a scenic meadow adjacent to…
Otero Canyon Trailhead
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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…
Ox Canyon Trailhead
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Piedra Lisa North Trailhead--Piedra Lisa Trail 135
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Piedra Lisa North Trailhead accesses the  Piedra Lisa trail from the Placitas Trail Area and quickly enters the Sandia Mountain Wilderness.
Piedra Lisa South Trailhead-Piedra Lisa Trail 135
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Piedra Lisa South Trailhead gives access to Sandia Mountain Wilderness via the Piedra Lisa Trail 135 southern entry.For the northern approach see: Piedra Lisa North Trailhead.The Piedra Lisa Trail…
Piedra Lisa/La Luz Link 137C
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Piedra Lisa/La Luz Link 137C is 0.5 mile long and forms a connector trail between La Luz Trail and Piedra Lisa Trail. It is a nice hike, especially on a summer morning or evening. This link trail…
Pine Flat Connector Trailhead & Trail 05635
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Pine Flat Connector Trailhead accesses the Manzanita Mountains Trail System by way of the Pine Flat Connector Trail 05635. The trailhead begins at FS Road 54, at the south end of  Pine Flat Picnic…
Pine Flat Picnic Site
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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…
Pine Shadow Trailhead
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