Dead Horse
2.2 mi
Distance
266 ft
Elev. Gain
52m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Dead Horse is a point-to-point trail in Cibola National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Socorro County, New Mexico. It is 2.2 miles long and gains 266 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Magdalena, New Mexico, about 8 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 | 2,396 ft |
| End | 2.6 mi | 2,131 ft |
Trail Details
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
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Magdalena, NM · about 8 mi away
- County:
- Socorro County, NM
- Jurisdiction:
- Cibola National Forest · United States Forest Service
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