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One of the more scenic interior trails in the Cloudcroft area with aspens to open meadows.


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1.8

Miles

3.0

KM

Point to Point

8,708' 2,654 m

High

8,180' 2,493 m

Low

528' 161 m

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0' 0 m

Down

5%

Avg Grade (3°)

10%

Max Grade (6°)

Dogs Off-leash

Features Birding · Fall Colors · Views · Wildlife

Description

This trail ascends through pine and aspen forest before opening up into a series of clearings or meadows. Because this trail is common for horseback riding, the trail is narrow and scooped for a large portion, especially entering the meadows.

The trail terminates at FR 568 near a much larger clearing. This is a favorite of hikers, bikers, runners, and horseback riders as well in the busier seasons (usually May-Sept). Yield appropriately.

Flora & Fauna

Mule deer, elk, coyote, and black bear.

Contacts

Shared By:

Eric Borer

Trail Ratings

  3.8 from 6 votes

#4

in Cloudcroft

#12754

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  3.8 from 6 votes
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Trail Rankings

#4

in Cloudcroft

#190

in New Mexico

#12,754

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Bailey Canyon Trail
Aug 11, 2019 near La Luz, NM
Bailey Canyon Trail
Aug 11, 2019 near La Luz, NM
Hiking up  the trail.
Sep 7, 2019 near La Luz, NM
Beginning of trail.
Sep 7, 2019 near La Luz, NM
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Current Trail Conditions

Bad / Closed 87 days ago
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May 1, 2022
J Henry
4.1mi — 1h 19m
Jul 26, 2020
Matt Risser
Sep 6, 2019
Jean-Claude Linossi
Only hiked a section of the trail. Nice views of the forested area and lots of wildflowers. 2mi — 0h 45m
Aug 11, 2019
Brent Smith
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