Slaughter Canyon Trail
5.5 mi
Distance
About This Trail
Trail conditions, closures, and difficulty can change rapidly and may differ from what's shown here. Check the land manager's current alerts before you go, and turn around if conditions exceed your skill or gear. Outdoors is not responsible for injury, loss, or rescue costs from off-trail travel or undisclosed hazards.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Official sources & verification
Managed by National Park Service
Source of truth
- National Park Service unit page
Alerts, conditions, and the unit's plan-your-visit page.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:575-785-2232
- Address:727 Carlsbad Caverns Highway · Carlsbad, NM · 88220
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Hunt context
This trail crosses hunting unit
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the New Mexico hunting page
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