Spud Patch Trail #111
The 5.9-mile (one way) Spud Patch Trail #111 departs from Lake Trail #110 and travels west up Spud Patch Creek to Trail #79 within the Aldo Leopold Wilderness. About halfway along, Trail #111 reaches the head of Spud Patch Creek and ascends Spud Patch Ridge, following along the ridgetop to intersect Black Range Crest Trail #79.
Specific Trail Information
Trail Number
Accessibility
This trail is not constructed for accessibility by people with disabilities.
General Information
Closest Services:
Approximately 22 miles to Winston, NM for fuel and basic food/water necessities.
Connecting Trails:
Lake Trail #110
Black Range Crest Trail #79
Open year-round
There is no fee for use of this trail
Permits are required for commercial and organized groups entering the forest.
Filter water from streams when running.
This trail is designated for non-motorized uses. Bicycles are prohibited on those portions of trail within the Aldo Leopold Wilderness.
All stock feed brought onto the Gila National Forest must be certified weed free.
Contact Phone: 575-894-6678
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
33.161377, -107.739174 at Lake Trailhead
Parking
Ample parking at Lake Trailhead
Directions
From Highway 52 at Winston, turn left onto Republic Road for 1.5 miles. Turn left onto St. Cloud Road and follow it 5.5 miles to Forest Road 157 (Hermosa Road). Turn left, following Hermosa Road approximately 15. miles to Forest Road 4081A. Turn left onto 4081A and follow it to its end at Lake Trailhead along Morgan Creek.
Additional Information
Operated By
US Forest Service
