Flying V Trail #706
The 5-mile (one way) Flying V Trail #706 provides access into the Gila Wilderness, Canyon Creek Trail #31, Middle Fork Gila River, and Trotter Trail #30. From the trailhead west of Canyon Creek at the wilderness boundary, Trail #706 gradually loses elevation as it heads south. After about 1.5 miles, Canyon Creek Trail #31 intersects from the east, while Trail #706 turns southwest toward Flying V Canyon. The trail drops off of the upland, into and down Flying V Canyon to the Middle Fork Gila River. Here, Trail #706 crosses the river and continues southward, climbing up onto the mesa to end at Trotter Trail #30.
This trail is located almost 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:
Reserve is about 58 miles from the trailhead and provides auto services, gas, groceries, lodging, restaurants.
Connecting Trails:
Canyon Creek Trail #31
Middle Fork Trail #157
Trotter Trail #30
Open year-round
There is no fee for use of this trail
Permits are required for commercial or organized groups entering the forest.
Stream nearby. Water quality is not tested. It is advisable to filter or treat all drinking water.
This trail is designated for non-motorized, 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
33.409058, -108.396080 at Flying V Trailhead
Parking
Adequate parking available at trailhead
Directions
From Reserve, follow New Mexico Highway 435 south to Forest Road 141 for about 34 miles. Turn south onto Forest Road 28 for approximately 11 miles to Forest Road 142. Turn left onto Forest Road 142 and proceed approximately 11.6 miles, past Snow Lake, to Forest Road 4308. Turn south (right) onto Forest Road 4308 and follow it to its end at the trailhead.
Additional Information
Operated By
US Forest Service
