Pierce Canyon
1.7 mi
Distance
34m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
About This Trail
Pierce Canyon is a point-to-point trail in Lincoln County, New Mexico. It is 1.7 miles long. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Capitan, New Mexico, about 16 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,279 ft |
| End | 1.7 mi | 2,131 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed Apr 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:
- Capitan, NM · about 16 mi away
- 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
Fort Stanton Cave Campground
11.5 mi awayFort Stanton - Snowy River National Conservation Area
Lincoln, NM
Rob Jaggers Camping Area
12.2 mi awayFort Stanton - Snowy River National Conservation Area
Capitan, NM
Rob Jagger Campground
12.3 mi awayFort Stanton - Snowy River National Conservation Area
Capitan, NM
Check official pricing55 sitesReservable TentRV Good Coverage
Mama Bear RV Park
15.4 mi awayCapitan, NM
Pricing varies — check with the operatorPrivate Reservable
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