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Canones Creek National Recreation Trail #82

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.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Type

Standard/Terra Trail — A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.

General Information

No fee.

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No motorized vehicles can be operated in the Canyon area.

Getting There

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.

Additional Information

Operated By

Forest Service

Last updated July 19, 2025