Off-Road Trails in New Mexico

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Learn more about 106 Road
106 Road

106 Road

106 Road is a dirt bike trail in the Manzanita Mountain Trail System near Albuquerque, New Mexico. It runs south to north and is a quick way to connect the southern trails to ones farther…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Winter, Fall
Learn more about 530 Road
530 Road

530 Road

530 Road is an old dirt road that is closed to motor vehicles other than motorcycles. It's super easy the whole way, being a smooth dirt road with only a couple of spots where there…
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Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Abiquiu Dam
Abiquiu Dam

Abiquiu Dam

Abiquiu Dam trail starts with a short paved section at the top of the dam and works its way down some switchbacks to the base of the dam where the road turns to dirt. This…
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Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Acrey Allot
Acrey Allot

Acrey Allot

Acrey Allot is a spur off Storage/FS313 and is very similar in terrain and features. The trail begins with a primarily dirt surface, later becoming more rocky. There are multiple dispersed camping areas at the…
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Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Adobe Ranch Road
Adobe Ranch Road

Adobe Ranch Road

Adobe Ranch Road is the camper's dream. Although the surface does have some significant rutting, most high-clearance 2WD vehicles will be able to complete the trail in its entirety as there are no other major…
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Total Miles
8.6
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Adolfo Canyon Pueblito Spur
Adolfo Canyon Pueblito Spur

Adolfo Canyon Pueblito Spur

This is a spur off of the Gould Canyon Pueblito Trail that leads to the Adolfo Canyon Pueblito. There are a few steep inclines with some bare rock. The view from the Pueblito itself is…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Agua Chiquita
Agua Chiquita

Agua Chiquita

Agua Chiquita is an overall very well-maintained road that will be easily accessible by most vehicles including 2wd with decent clearance. Turning off from NM6563 there is a short section of pavement where the trail…
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Total Miles
10.8
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Alamitos Loop
Alamitos Loop

Alamitos Loop

The Alamitos Loop is a fun and challenging trail in the OHV area north of the town of Los Alamos that will require some significant route finding in spots. The north end starts off of…
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Total Miles
4.6
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Amatista Ledges
Amatista Ledges

Amatista Ledges

Amatista Ledges is named for the seven ledges along the trail, and is about 3.3 miles long. This trail is not for the faint of heart, as one ledge in particular is not optional and…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
7 Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Anasazi Refrigerator
Anasazi Refrigerator

Anasazi Refrigerator

Anasazi Refrigerator is a relatively short trail with several climbs and descents that will test the driver and their machine. The trail begins right off Power Line Road with the Refrigerator obstacle. There are multiple…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
6 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Angel Peak Picnic and Campground
Angel Peak Picnic and Campground

Angel Peak Picnic and Campground

The route is relatively easy except for washboarding and ruts in spots. It takes you to breathtaking views of rock formations, including Castle Rock and Angel Peak. Picnic tables overlook the amazing canyons. The campground…
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Total Miles
6.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Antelope Tank
Antelope Tank

Antelope Tank

Antelope Tank is an extremely well-maintained road and will be a pleasant exploring experience for most high-clearance 2WD and AWD vehicles. While some sections of rocks interrupt the dirt surface, there are no large obstacles…
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Total Miles
7.7
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Apache Peak Road
Apache Peak Road

Apache Peak Road

Apache Peak Road trail in the Gila National Forest is a captivating off-road experience that takes you deep into the heart of the wilderness. As you embark on this adventure, you'll find yourself surrounded by…
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Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Apache Trail
Apache Trail

Apache Trail

This trail is an offshoot of Forest Road 70/Osha Pass trail. It leaves the main trail and tracks along the boundary of public and private land for a short while before climbing the mountainside and…
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Total Miles
3.3
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Arch and Aztec UFO Site
Arch and Aztec UFO Site

Arch and Aztec UFO Site

A paved road west of New Mexico State Highway 550 leads to this beautiful adventure in Hart Canyon. The arch is a short drive north of the main route. The small, majestic arch spans a…
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Total Miles
5.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Arizona Road/CR 4900 Extension
Arizona Road/CR 4900 Extension

Arizona Road/CR 4900 Extension

Just north of Bloomfield, this route is primarily used by locals and oil and gas trucks to access oil sites or the trails that crisscross the area between NM 550. From Bloomfield, it's the access…
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Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Arizona to Center Point Fire Station 2
Arizona to Center Point Fire Station 2

Arizona to Center Point Fire Station 2

This trail is an unnamed oil road that cuts across BLM land and includes some spectacular views looking south towards Angel Peak and the badlands as well as looking north and northeast towards the Colorado…
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Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Arroyo Hondo Forest Service 79
Arroyo Hondo Forest Service 79

Arroyo Hondo Forest Service 79

Forest Service road that climbs a wide loose and rutted road. There are many shallow ruts and a few deep ruts that must be navigated around if clearance is an issue. There is a very…
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Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about Arroyo Montosa FS 10A
Arroyo Montosa FS 10A

Arroyo Montosa FS 10A

Arroyo Montosa begins just over 2 miles after entering Forest Road 10 off Highway 169 and is an out-and-back trail. This track runs along the southern portion of the Bear Mountain Range in Cibola National…
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Total Miles
8.3
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Atkinson Canyon
Atkinson Canyon

Atkinson Canyon

Atkinson Canyon can be found just south of Cloudcroft, NM off NM6563. The trail surface is a combination of dirt and rocks with no obstacles larger than 8" and very minor rutting in some low-lying…
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Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
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