Copeland Canyon
1.1 mi
Distance
377 ft
Elev. Gain
33m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Copeland Canyon is a point-to-point trail in Lincoln County, New Mexico. It is 1.1 miles long and gains 377 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Capitan, New Mexico, about 18 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,087 ft |
| End | 1.1 mi | 2,205 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Capitan, NM · about 18 mi away
- County:
- Lincoln County, NM
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Campgrounds near this trail


Fort Stanton Cave Campground
14.7 mi awayFort Stanton - Snowy River National Conservation Area
Lincoln, NM

Rob Jaggers Camping Area
15.3 mi awayFort Stanton - Snowy River National Conservation Area
Capitan, NM

Rob Jagger Campground
15.3 mi awayFort Stanton - Snowy River National Conservation Area
Capitan, NM
Check official pricing55 sitesReservable TentRV Good Coverage
Mama Bear RV Park
17.8 mi awayCapitan, NM
Pricing varies — check with the operatorPrivate Reservable
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