Prior Creek
5.2 mi
Distance
574 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 1m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Prior Creek is a point-to-point trail in Catron County, New Mexico. It is 5.2 miles long and gains 574 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Gila Hot Springs, New Mexico, about 9 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 | 2,201 ft |
| High point | 1.4 mi | 2,244 ft |
| End | 5.3 mi | 2,239 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
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:
- Gila Hot Springs, NM · about 9 mi away
- County:
- Catron County, NM
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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