Are dogs allowed on Dripping Springs Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Dripping Springs Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Dripping Springs Trail?

No, Dripping Springs Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Dripping Springs Trail?

Dripping Springs Trail is rated moderate. It is 2.5 miles long with 463 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

See New Mexico trail conditions

ModerateOut and Back

New Mexico

Dripping Springs Trail

Las Cruces, New Mexico

2.5 mi

Distance

463 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 6m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

Hike to the Dripping Springs waterfall. Pets are not allowed. From the front of the visitors center, head left to the trail head. The junction of the Crawford Trail is located at the end of the Dripping Springs Trail. Take the right fork and follow the Dripping Springs Trail. You will find a fork at about 1.3 miles. You should keep right at the next junction. You will arrive at the old Boyd Sanitarium in 0.1 miles. The dining hall has a rock stairway on the left side. The waterfall is above the area and you can follow the stairway up to it. You must return to that path. Go right after returning to the last junction. The Van Patten Mountain Camp is reached by 300 feet further on the trail. Continue on around the loop trail to the main trail, and then back to the visitor's center.

From Wikipedia

The Dripping Springs Trail is a hiking trail on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park, located in the U.S. state of Arizona.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.