Jicarita Creek
2.0 mi
Distance
1,709 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 31m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Jicarita Creek is a point-to-point trail in Taos County, New Mexico. It is 2 miles long and gains 1,709 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Peñasco, New Mexico, about 7 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 | 2,714 ft |
| End | 2.0 mi | 3,241 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed May 1–Oct 31
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:
- Peñasco, NM · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Taos County, NM
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Campgrounds near this trail
Santa Barbara Campground
0.3 mi awayVadito, NM
Check official pricing42 sitesReservable TentRV Well reviewed No Service
Agua Piedra Campground and Group Shelters
5.8 mi awayNM
National Forest Reservable
Agua Piedra Campground
6.4 mi awayTres Ritos, NM
Check official pricing46 sitesReservable TentRV Well reviewed No Service
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