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Motorized Trail #918

The 1.2-mile (one way) Motorized Trail #918 turns west off of Forest Road 4033F, contouring across the northern foot of Ferguson Mountain. After a short distance, it turns north and drops into Whitewater Canyon, entering private land at the north end of the trail.

This route is part of a motorized trail and full-sized road system in the Burro Mountains. Motorized Trails are designated for use by all motorized vehicles. 

Current Conditions
Open

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

#918

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 located 23 miles northeast in Silver City, NM.

Connecting Trails:
Forest Road 4033F

Open year-round

There is no fee for use of this trail.

Permits are required for commercial or organized uses.

Water may be available from stock tanks, streams, and springs. It is advisable to bring your own. Filter, boil, or treat water drawn from natural sources.

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

Motorized vehicles are restricted to designated routes. No driving off-road. See Motor Vehicle Use Map for this area for route designations.

Off Highway Vehicles must be registered in the State of New Mexico. For more information visit New Mexico Game and Fish.

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

32.615753, -108.407196 at Deadman Canyon Trailhead

Parking

Ample parking at area trailheads

Directions

From Silver City, travel south on New Mexico Highway 90 approximately 12 miles to Tyrone Road. Turn west (right), following it approximately 4 miles to the trailhead

Additional Information

Operated By

US Forest Service

Recreation Opportunities

OHV Trail RidingOHV Trail Riding

Last updated September 25, 2025