968

Total Miles
5.2

Technical Rating

4

Moderate

Best Time

Spring, Fall

Trail Type

50" Trail

Accessible By

Trail Overview

ATV Trail #968 is 5.2 miles long through the Gila National Forest. The southern half from the Mimbres River Trail to the intersection with Trail #972 is more moderate difficulty, with steep and loose climbs and heavier rock sections, gaining almost 1,000 feet of elevation in the first 2.5 miles. This section has shallow ruts filled in with loose softball-sized rocks, and small rock ledges about a foot tall. It climbs up to a scenic ridge line overlooking the mountain valleys. The northern half of the trail between #972 and North Star Road is easier, with fewer rocky sections, and is mostly just flat and curvy on a mesa. The trail accesses lots of spur ATV trails that go out to scenic camp sites and viewpoints that are fun to explore.

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Difficulty

This is a more intermediate route due to several steep hill climbs full of loose rocks and small rock ledges in the southern half of the trail. The northern half of the trail is easier, less rocky, and more gradual.

Technical Rating

4

Status Reports

There are no status reports yet for this trail.

968 can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • ATV (50")
  • Dirt Bike

Access Description

There are several easy and moderate ATV trails in this part of the Gila National Forest, accessible between the North Star Road and the Mimbres River Trail. North Star Road is not advised for trailers over 20 feet long, and high clearance is advised. An ideal place to stage is at the horse pasture at the entrance of FS Road 4206B, and access the trails starting on Trail #974. This is a dirt area to park or dispersed camp with space for a few vehicles or small trailers.

968 Map

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