Goose Lake Trail #238
The 5.1-mile (one way) Goose Lake Trail #238 begins at the end of Forest Road 282 (Sheep Corral Road) and follows the crest of the Pinos Altos Range along the Gila Wilderness boundary. At 3.3 miles from the beginning of the trail, Pack Saddle Trail #732 intersects from the south as Trail #238 continues west along the ridgetop and comes to an end on Goose Lake Ridge at the head of Shelley Canyon in the Gila Wilderness.
Specific Trail Information
Trail Number
Accessibility
This trail is not constructed to be accessible for people with disabilities.
General Information
Closest Services:
Silver City is the closest town, at 29 miles away. Gas, food, medical services, and lodging are available.
Connecting Trails:
Pack Saddle Trail #732
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
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
33.00763889, -108.33724167 at end of Forest Road 282
Parking
Ample roadside parking on Forest Road 282
Directions
From Silver City, follow New Mexico Highway 15 north approximately 20 miles to Forest Road 282 (Sheep Corral Road) on the west (left) side of Highway 15. Turn left and proceed approximately 9.7 miles down Forest Road 282 to the trailhead.
Additional Information
Operated By
US Forest Service
Recreation Opportunities
Biking - Mountain Info
The first 1.89 miles of trail are open to bicycles, until the trail crosses into the Gila Wilderness boundary.