Ring Canyon
12.2 mi
Distance
1,978 ft
Elev. Gain
5h 3m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Ring Canyon is a point-to-point trail in Catron County, New Mexico. It is 12 miles long and gains 1,978 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 4 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 | 2,016 ft |
| High point | 10.3 mi | 2,394 ft |
| End | 12.3 mi | 2,344 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 4 mi away
- County:
- Catron County, NM
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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