Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Playas, New Mexico

Select a location:

Black Hills Back Country Byway

The Black Hills Back Country Byway is an unpaved road that provides access to thousands of acres of BLM land. There are many areas to camp, hike, mountain bike, or explore side tracks via 4x4.…
Learn more about Black Hills Back Country Byway
Total Miles
20.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi

West Swift Trail 366

The West Swift Trail is the route to the top of Clark Peak. This 6-mile road is a rough dirt road with a few rock ledges and potholes. It is wide in many areas and…
Learn more about West Swift Trail 366
Total Miles
6.3
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Burleson Ridge

This spur runs off of Westside Road for three miles and ends at a locked gate, but there is a decent campsite on the right and ATV trails to the left. The end has a…
Learn more about Burleson Ridge
Total Miles
36.8
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Jackson Cabin

This trail is a long day, but we thought it was well worth the trip. The scenery is nice, there is a natural bridge, and the cabin is interesting. You will pass through Muleshoe Ranch…
Learn more about Jackson Cabin
Total Miles
26.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa