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Hillsboro Bypass Trail #412

The 1.5-mile Hillsboro Bypass Trail #412 departs from the Black Range Crest Trail #79 west of Hillsboro Peak and re-joins Trail #79 east of Hillsboro Peak. It provides an alternate trail that contours around the southern slope of the peak, creating a loop trail around the peak and connecting with the upper end of East Railroad Canyon Trail #130. Follow Trail #79 up the east slope to the top of the peak and descend down the west slope and back to Trail #79 to make a 3.25-mile loop over the peak.

Current Conditions
Open

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

#412

Accessibility

This trail is not constructed for accessibility by people with disabilities.


 

General Information

Closest Services:
Approximately 48 miles from Emory Pass Trailhead to full-service community at Truth or Consequences, NM.

Connecting Trails:
East Railroad Trail #130
Black Range Crest Trail #79
Ladrone Gulch Trail #127

Open year-round

There is no fee for use of this trail.

Permits are required for commercial and organized groups entering the forest.

No water available on this trail.

This trail is designated for non-motorized uses.

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

Contact Phone: 575-894-6678

Black Range Office Building

Address: 1804 N. Date Street, Truth or Consequences, NM 87901
Phone: (575) 894-6678
Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Closed on federal holidays. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Trailhead/Starting Points

32.910049, -107.766441 at Emory Pass

Parking

Ample parking at Emory Pass Trailhead.

Directions

Emory Pass Trailhead is located along the north side of New Mexico Highway 152 between mileposts 31 and 32.

Additional Information

Operated By

US Forest Service

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated August 19th, 2025