Spring Canyon
2.3 mi
Distance
1,634 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 35m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Spring Canyon is a point-to-point trail in Lincoln County, New Mexico. It is 2.3 miles long and gains 1,634 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Nogal, New Mexico, about 9 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 | 2,074 ft |
| End | 2.3 mi | 2,575 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:
- Nogal, NM · about 9 mi away
- County:
- Lincoln County, NM
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail

Three Rivers Campground
5 mi awayLincoln National Forest
Mescalero, NM
Reservable

Lincoln National Forest South Fork Campground
7.5 mi awayRuidoso, NM
National Forest
Westlake Campground
7.5 mi awayNogal, NM
Pricing varies — check with the operator
Mountain Springs Ranch RV Park
8.1 mi awayCarrizozo, NM
Pricing varies — check with the operatorPrivate Reservable
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