Are dogs allowed on Tent Rocks Slot Canyon Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Tent Rocks Slot Canyon Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Tent Rocks Slot Canyon Trail?

No, Tent Rocks Slot Canyon Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Tent Rocks Slot Canyon Trail?

Tent Rocks Slot Canyon Trail is rated moderate. It is 2.8 miles long with 928 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

What is the best season to hike Tent Rocks Slot Canyon Trail?

Tent Rocks Slot Canyon Trail is best hiked in spring and fall. Conditions vary year to year — check the trail status and weather forecast before your visit.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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ModerateOut and Back

New Mexico

Tent Rocks Slot Canyon Trail

Jemez Springs, New Mexico

2.8 mi

Distance

928 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 19m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Tent Rocks Slot Canyon Trail is a 2.8-mile out-and-back hike located near Jemez Springs, New Mexico. This trail features a dirt path with a moderate elevation gain of 928 feet, reaching a maximum elevation of 1,931 meters. Hikers will traverse through a slot canyon, which provides a unique and captivating landscape shaped by geological processes over thousands of years.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gainnarrow passages

Elevation Profile

Min:1,750 ft

Max:1,931 ft

283 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Highlights

slot canyongeological formations

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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