Upper Cedar Creek
1.1 mi
Distance
66 ft
Elev. Gain
25m
Est. Time
Loop
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Upper Cedar Creek is a loop trail in Lincoln County, New Mexico. It is 1.1 miles long and gains 66 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes. It is in or next to Ruidoso, New Mexico.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,131 ft |
| High point | 0.3 mi | 2,145 ft |
| End | 1.1 mi | 2,130 ft |
Trail Details
Bike access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Loop
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Ruidoso, NM · in or next to town
- County:
- Lincoln County, NM
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Campgrounds near this trail


Cedar Creek (sam Tobias)
0.1 mi awayRuidoso, NM
Check official pricing7 sitesReservable Tent Good Coverage
Lincoln National Forest Cedar Creek Picnic Area
0.3 mi awayRuidoso, NM
National Forest Reservable
Elk Pines Cabin
1.3 mi awayRuidoso, NM
Pricing varies — check with the operatorReservable
Midtown Mountain Campground & RV Park
1.9 mi awayRuidoso, NM
Pricing varies — check with the operatorPrivate Reservable
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