Grindstone Canyon Loop (T96)


Area Status: Open

This 6.4 mile trail is the main trail in and around the Grindstone Lake area.  It's main trailhead can be found at the upper parking area with the ending point along the lake.  It is open for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding.

General Information

Directions:

From within Ruidoso, NM, take the Carrizo Canyon road and turn north onto Grindstone Canyon Rd.  Follow the signs to Grindstone Lake.  Parking and a trailhead can be found at the upper parking area once you are the lake. 


Parking:

There is parking at the upper parking lot at the Grindstone Lake area.


Activities

Mountain Biking

Day Hiking

Backpacking

Horse Riding

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities