Perk Canyon Trail
3.0 mi
Distance
85 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 2m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Perk Canyon Trail is a point-to-point trail in Lincoln County, New Mexico. It is 3 miles long and gains 85 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and horses. It is in or next to Ruidoso, New Mexico.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,447 ft |
| High point | 0.3 mi | 2,474 ft |
| End | 3.0 mi | 2,147 ft |
Trail Details
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:
- Ruidoso, NM · in or next to town
- 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



Cedar Creek (sam Tobias)
1.9 mi awayRuidoso, NM
Check official pricing7 sitesReservable Tent Good Coverage
Lincoln National Forest Cedar Creek Picnic Area
2 mi awayRuidoso, NM
National Forest Reservable
Elk Pines Cabin
2.3 mi awayRuidoso, NM
Pricing varies — check with the operatorReservable
Midtown Mountain Campground & RV Park
2.6 mi awayRuidoso, NM
Pricing varies — check with the operatorPrivate Reservable
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