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South Boundry Trail #164
Reroute in Progress
The Enchanted Circle Trails Association is working to reroute the first 330 feet after the bridge from the El Nogal Trailhead. The work will remove the trail from the floodplain of the Rio Fernando de Taos, which floods the trail each spring, improving visitor experience and protecting water quality.
Access:
There are multiple loops and point to point options that incorporate the South Boundary Trail. The actual Trail #164 begins at the El Nogal Picnic Area on US Highway 64 approximately three miles east of Taos and ends on Forest Road 76 near Angel Fire.
Attractions and Consideration:
The South Boundary Trail is an incredible tour of the Sangre de Cristo Range that takes you across ridges, valleys, and over several peaks, through gorgeous conifer forests and incredible stands of aspen. The trail is at its very best in the fall when aspens along the route turn every shade of yellow, gold, and fiery orange. Besides being a wonderfully scenic tour of New Mexico’s Rocky Mountains, this is also one of the state’s best mountain bike rides.
Recommended Season:
Spring and summer for hiking and mountain biking
Map of South Boundary Trail # 164 (pdf file)
At a Glance
| Open Season: | June |
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| Information Center: | For more information contact: Camino Real Ranger District. |
Activities
Mountain Biking
| Difficulty Level: | Difficult |
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Day Hiking
| Difficulty Level: | Easy to Intermediate |
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Horse Riding
| Difficulty Level: | Easy to Intermediate |
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XC Skiing/Snowshoeing
| Difficulty Level: | Difficult |
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