Lobo Peak Trail #57

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Any one of the trailheads on State Highway 150 is close to the Village of Taos Ski Valley. There are plenty of eateries, shops, and lodging available. You can find all the information and more by clicking HERE.

The Lobo Peak Trail follows the Hondo ridge and can be accessed from either the Columbine (USFS Trail #71) trailhead to the north on State Highway 38, or the Hondo Canyon trailheads along State Highway 150 to the south. These trails are; Yerba Canyon Trail #61 (USFS Trail #61), Manzanita Canyon Trail #58 (USFS Trail #58), Italianos Canyon Trail #59 (USFS Trail #59), Gavilan Trail #60 (USFS Trail #60), Long Canyon Trail #63 (USFS Trail #63), and Gold Hill Trail #64 (USFS Trail #64). Climb any one of these, connect with Lobo Peak Trail and descend another for an awesome day loop hike.

At 12,115 feet, Lobo Peak is the highest point in the small range of mountains that lies between the Rio Hondo and the Red River. The mountains rise abruptly from the bordering canyons, and Lobo Peak's isolation from the other high points makes the views from the top unique, taking in the Taos Plateau and Rio Grande Gorge to the west, the Latir Peaks to the north, and the Wheeler Peak area to the east.

From Lobo Peak, the trail extends north to Flag Mountain (11,946 ft.) and east to Gold Hill (12,711 ft.). The trail is a mix of beautiful open vistas and forested areas.

Horseback riding is not recommended. Water is not available for the entire length of this trail. Day hiking, backpacking, as well as backcountry camping opportunities are available along the entire length of the trail. If you pack it in, please pack it out. Motorized vehicle use is not allowed.