Horse Canyon
1.0 mi
Distance
292 ft
Elev. Gain
28m
Est. Time
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Horse Canyon is a trail in Eddy County, New Mexico. It is 1 mile long and gains 292 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Whites City, 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 | 1,689 ft |
| High point | 0.5 mi | 1,791 ft |
| End | 1.0 mi | 1,690 ft |
Trail Details
Horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Whites City, NM · about 18 mi away
- County:
- Eddy County, NM
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail

Rattlesnake Canyon - Backcountry Camping
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Carlsbad, NM


Dog Canyon Campground
13.7 mi awayGuadalupe Mountains National Park
Pine Springs, TX
Check official pricing14 sitesReservable TentRV Popular No Service
Mckittrick Ridge Wilderness Campground
14 mi awayGuadalupe Mountains National Park
Salt Flat, TX


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