Canones Creek National Recreation Trail #82

Area Status: Open

Canones Creek National Recreation Trail, 6.2 miles long, begins at Cerro Pavo Trailhead and ends where it meets with Trail 102. This trail offers spectacular views of the Canones Canyon walls.  The canyon provides habitat for numerous types of wildlife.  Canones Creek Trail is considered to be a medium to arduous (difficult/strenuous) trail. Uses:  The trail is open for hiking, fishing, equestrian or other non-motorized uses.

At a Glance

Operational Hours: Open year round.  Snow may limit accessibility to trailhead.
Reservations: No reservations required.
Fees: No fee.
Usage: Light
Best Season: Summer
Busiest Season: Summer
Restrictions: No motorized vehicles can be operated in the Canyon area. 
Closest Towns: Coyote, NM
Water: no
Restroom: no
Operated By: Forest Service

General Information

Directions:

Travel on NM 96 to FR 100.  Travel on FR 100 for 12 miles, then FR 99 for 5 miles to the Cerro Pavo Trailhead. 


Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Mountain Biking

River and Stream Fishing

Day Hiking

Day hiking

Fire Information Pleas call the local District office for current Fire Restrictions at 575-638-5526
Elevation desc
Difficulty Level: Easy

Backpacking

Horse Riding

Horse Riding
Water Availability Yes
Difficulty Level: Easy

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities

Location

 
  Area/Length : 
6.2 miles

  Latitude : 
36.02994112

  Longitude : 
-106.5454134

  Elevation : 
7510 - 9940