Contact Info
- Phone:
- 575-289-3264
Basics
- Length:
- 2.4 miles
- Difficulty:
- Easy,
Intermediate,
Difficult - Time:
- 1 hour
- Trailhead Elevation:
- 9600 feet
- Usage:
- Light
- Season:
- Year Round
Basic Directions
This trail is an interior trail which connects the Vacas Trail with the Palomas and Perchas Trails. This trail can be accessed through the Vacas Trailhead or the Palomas Trailhead
Description
This trail ranges in elevation from 9,600 feet to 9,900 feet. The trail starts near the large meadow opening called Vallecito Damian (northeast of San Gregorio Reservoir) and ends at the junction of the Palomas and Perchas Trails. The Damian Trail is mostly through mixed conifer and aspen on the west half of trail, the trail passes through large open grassland areas mixed with small conifer stands. At about the half way point, the trail passes through the Rio Las Vacas. A large and steep hill exists on the west side of the Rio Las Vacas. This is the most difficult area of the entire trail.
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
Details
Length:
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Difficult
Time:
Trailhead Elevation:
Usage:
Season:
Additional Details:
No motor vehicles or motorized equipment in the wilderness area.
