South Base
10.7 mi
Distance
1,148 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 9m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
South Base is a point-to-point trail in Lincoln County, New Mexico. It is 11 miles long and gains 1,148 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Capitan, New Mexico, about 7 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.
No recent condition reports. Be the first to share what you see on the trail.
Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,048 ft |
| High point | 8.4 mi | 2,235 ft |
| End | 11.0 mi | 2,151 ft |
Trail Details
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
Official sources & verification
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Capitan, NM · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Lincoln County, NM
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Reviews
No reviews yet
Be the first to share your experience and help others plan their visit.
Imported route
Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Rob Jaggers Camping Area
5.9 mi awayFort Stanton - Snowy River National Conservation Area
Capitan, NM
Rob Jagger Campground
6 mi awayFort Stanton - Snowy River National Conservation Area
Capitan, NM
Check official pricing55 sitesReservable TentRV Good Coverage
Fort Stanton Cave Campground
6.2 mi awayFort Stanton - Snowy River National Conservation Area
Lincoln, NM
Mama Bear RV Park
6.9 mi awayCapitan, NM
Pricing varies — check with the operatorPrivate Reservable
Similar length
Similar trails in New Mexico
Wheeler Peak via Williams Lake Trail
New Mexico
La Luz Trail #137
New Mexico
Pino Trail
New Mexico
Atalaya Mountain Trail
New Mexico
Domingo Baca Trail #230
New Mexico
Nambe Lake Trail
New Mexico