Contact Info
- Phone:
- 575-289-3264
Basics
- Length:
- 3.6 miles
- Difficulty:
- Easy,
Intermediate,
Difficult - Time:
- 1.5 hours
- Trailhead Elevation:
- 9150 feet
- Usage:
- Heavy
- Season:
- Year Round
Basic Directions
Travel north from the Cuba Ranger Station on State Highway 550 for one mile to the junction of State Highways 55 and 44 and 126. Turn right at the junction and continue on State Highway 126 eastward for a distance of 10.8 miles to a sign indicating the direction to the San Pedro Parks Wilderness. Turn left at the sign and travel north from the turnoff for a distance of 2.7 miles to the Vacas Trailhead 51 and parking lot. Drive past the parking lot and continue approximately seven miles to the Palomas Trailhead which is signed.
Description
The trail is steep for a short distance, and then levels off. Trail destination is the San Pedro Parks via the Vacas Trail, about seven miles from the trailhead. Vegetation is mixed conifer, aspen, shrubs and grasses. Trail is mostly through spruce type with occasional openings. Water is abundant throughout the trail. The San Pedro Parks is a large meadow surrounded by dense stands of spruce.
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
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Difficulty:
Intermediate
Difficult
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Additional Details:
No motor vehicles or motorized equipment in the wilderness area.
