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Recreational Activities
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Districts : Española Ranger District
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Trail 181, Black Canyon Trail
Length: 3 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Use: Heavy
Seasons: Spring, summer, fall and early winter
Highest and Lowest Points: 8,300 feet to 9,360 feet
Trail Access: From Santa Fe, proceed to Black Canyon campground
up the Hyde Park Road (SR 475). Pull over and park outside the fence
at Black Canyon Campground; please park outside the campground as
parking spots inside the campground are reserved for paying campers.
If you park inside you will be charged a fee.
USGS Maps: Aspen Basin and Pecos Wilderness Map (2003 edition)
Description:
The first half-mile of this loop trail goes through the Black
Canyon Campground. At camping site 4 in the upper loop of
the campground, the trail leaves the campground and gently
rises through a beautiful aspen and mixed conifer grove for
another half-mile. Bear to the left at the trail junction.
A slightly steeper stretch then goes up through mixed conifer
trees, giving occasional views to the north. Just before you
reach the ridgeline, the trail makes a swing to the right
and makes a loop and returns to the main trail and back to
the campground. |
Notes:
 This
trail is heavily used due to its proximity to Santa Fe, the
gentle grades, and the lovely views. It is an excellent choice
for hikers with small children.
As
you pass through the campground, please be considerate of
the campers. Keep your dog on a leash and stay on the roadway.
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