Contact Info
- Phone:
- 505-757-6121
Basics
- Length:
- 13 miles
- Difficulty:
- Intermediate
- Time:
- 9 - 10 hours
- Trailhead Elevation:
- 7520 feet
- Elevation Range:
- 7520 feet to 11280 feet
- Elevation Change:
- 3760 feet
- Usage:
- Moderate
- Season:
- Year Round
Description
For the first five miles, the trail follows El Porvenir Creek through the bottom of the spectacular canyon made by Hermit's Peak and El Cielo Mountain. After meeting Hollinger Creek, the trail continues through open meadows along Beaver Creek at a constant moderate incline. During wet years, the wildflowers along this trail are often spectacular, starting with the iris in late spring or early summer. After the junction with Lone Pine Mesa Trail 214, the trail starts a long steep ascent to the top of the divide. Near the top, the trail can be difficult to follow in the open meadows. The trail ends at the junction with Skyline Trail 251.
Tour Companies
Outspire Hiking and Snowshoeing
- Santa Fe Area
- Snowshoeing, Hiking
- 505-660-0394
From alpine to desert, Outspire guides enrich your experience by giving context to your hike. So that your destination is not only what you see, but a sense of where the area fits in New Mexico's history, geology and natural world. Our hiking guides are experienced, enthusiastic, and motivated to share the joy of being outside! Day hikes and winter snowshoe outings are planned to suit your interests and fitness.Helpful Links
Tour Companies
Outspire Hiking and Snowshoeing
- Santa Fe Area
- Snowshoeing, Hiking
- 505-660-0394
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This trail is in the Pecos Wilderness. Motorized equipment and mechanized transportation, including mountain bikes, hunter carts, and chainsaws are prohibited.
Stream crossings can be dangerous during spring runoff and after heavy rains.
The trail is difficult for horses below the junction with Hollinger Creek. Horse users are advised to access the trail from Lone Pine Mesa Trail 214.
Please use the many existing campsites along the trail and pack out all your trash.
