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Dragon Loop #718

The 1.6-mile (one way) Dragon Loop Trail #718 connects with Angel Loop Trail #717 to form a loop either west of or around Gomez Peak. Trail #718 turns off of the northwest corner of Pinon Trail #711 and drops into the drainage west of Gomez Peak, following a lower path around the mountain, ending at Angel Loop Trail #717 on the south side of the peak.

As part of the stacked loop Gomez Peak trail system, there are numerous possibilities for longer, shorter, easier, and more difficult hikes to suit every guest.

Current Conditions
Open

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

#178

Accessibility

This trail is not constructed to be accessible for people with disabilities.

General Information

Closest Services:
The nearest food, fuel, beverage, lodging, and medical services are 7 miles south at Silver City, NM.

Connecting Trails:
Pinon Loop #711
Angel Loop Trail #717
Mountain Loop Trail #719

Open year-round

There is no fee for use of this trail.

Permits are required for commercial or organized uses.

Water is not generally available along this trail. Filter, boil, or treat water drawn from natural sources.

This trail is designated for non-motorized uses.

All stock feed brought onto the Gila National Forest must be certified weed free.

Contact Phone: 575-388-8201

S O Building

Address: 3005 E Camino del Bosque Silver City, NM 88061
Phone: (575) 388-8201
Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Trailhead/Starting Points

32.847908, -108.276787 at Gomez Peak Trailhead

Parking

Ample parking at area trailheads

Directions

From Silver City at US Highway 180, head north onto Little Walnut Road and proceed approximatelyt 4 miles to the Gomez Peak trailhead and picnic area.

Additional Information

Operated By

US Forest Service

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated September 10, 2025