Caves Trail #803
The 0.8-mile (one way) Caves Trail turns off of Brannon Park Trail #700 and heads down Rocky Canyon. The trail ends at a section of the canyon with rocky, eroded slopes with numerous alcoves, rock outcrops, nooks, and crannies. A good day hike destination for exploring from Rocky Canyon Campground.
This trail is located entirely within the Gila Wilderness, so please remember to follow all wilderness ethics guidelines. Make sure to Leave No Trace.
Specific Trail Information
Trail Number
Accessibility
This trail is not constructed to be accessible for people with disabilities.
General Information
Closest Services:
Approximately 22 miles from Brannon Park Trailhead to basic food and beverages services in Mimbres, NM. Fuel and additional services are available a further 19 miles in Santa Clara, NM.
Connecting Trails:
Bannon Park Trail #700
Open year-round
There is no fee for use of this trail.
Permits are required for commercial or organized uses.
Access to water is limited and sporadic. Filter, boil, or treat water drawn from natural sources.
This trail is designated for non-motorized and non-mechanized uses.
All stock feed brought onto the Gila National Forest must be certified weed free.
Contact Phone: 575-536-2250
Address: 3697 Hwy 35 N., HC 68 Box 50 Mimbres, NM 88049
Phone: (575) 536-2250
Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Trailhead/Starting Points
33.101040, -108.015152 at Brannon Park Trailhead
Parking
Ample parking at Bannon Park Trailhead
Directions
From Mimbres, NM, follow New Mexico Highway 35 north approximately 9 miles to Forest Road 150. Turn right onto Forest Road 150, proceeding 12.5 miles to Rocky Canyon Campground on the left. The trailhead is located adjacent to the campground.
Additional Information
Operated By
US Forest Service
