Little Bear Trail #729
The 4.4-mile (one way) Little Bear Trail #729 connects between West Fork Trail #151 and Middle Fork Trail #157. From TJ Corral Trailhead, Trail #729 heads north, climbing over the watershed divide that separates the west and middle forks of the Gila River. Near the top of the climb, Lilley Park Trail #164 splits to the west, while Little Bear Trail begins to drop into Little Bear Canyon, which it follows to the end of the trail at Middle Fork Trail #157.
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 for accessibility by people with disabilities.
General Information
Closest services:
The nearest services are 45 miles south in Silver City, New Mexico.
Connecting Trails:
West Fork Trail #151
Lilley Park Trail #164
Middle Fork Trail #157
Open year-round
There is no fee for use of this trail.
Permits are required for commercial and organized groups entering the forest.
Reliable water does not exist along this trail.
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
33.227116, -108.251396 at TJ Corral Trailhead
Parking
Ample parking at TJ Corral Trailhead or Willow Creek Trailhead
Directions
TJ Corral Trailhead is at the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument 1.5 miles from the Visitor Center. Follow NM 15 north from Silver City to the Cliff Dwellings. The travel time is 1 hour, 45 min.
Additional Information
Operated By
US Forest Service
