Best trails in Cibola National Forest
Looking for a great trail in Cibola National Forest, New Mexico? AllTrails has 93 great hiking trails, trail running trails, mountain biking trails and more, with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers, and nature lovers like you. Ready for some activity? There are 53 moderate trails in Cibola National Forest ranging from 2.4 to 34.4 km and from 1,725 to 3,251 meters above sea level. Start checking them out and you'll be out on the trail in no time!
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Tree Spring Trail
#1 - Tree Spring Trail
Cibola National Forestmoderate
(321)
(321)Length: 6.0 km • Est. 2 h 8 m
A great summer hike since the trail is shaded about 80% of the way. $3 parking fee.Show more
Armijo Trail and Faulty Trail Loop
#2 - Armijo Trail and Faulty Trail Loop
Cibola National Forestmoderate(232)
(232)Length: 7.4 km • Est. 1 h 50 m
You can also access this trail at the Sulphur Canyon Parking Lot. This will add 1 mile to this trail.Show more
South Crest Trail #130 and La Luz Trail #137 Loop
#3 - South Crest Trail #130 and La Luz Trail #137 Loop
Cibola National Forestmoderate(115)
(115)Length: 5.0 km • Est. 1 h 43 m
From the trailhead head south along the paved trail to the right of the restrooms. A few hundred yards along the trail the pavement will turn to dirt. There is an intermittent rail, always stay to tShow more
Kiwanis Cabin via South Crest Trail
#4 - Kiwanis Cabin via South Crest Trail
Cibola National Foresteasy(131)
(131)Length: 2.7 km • Est. 56 m
Easy forest hike above 10k feet to a 1930s CCC project.
From the trailhead hike south along the paved trail to the right of the restrooms. A few hundred yards along the trail the pavement will turn Show more
Fourth of July Trail
#5 - Fourth of July Trail
Cibola National Forestmoderate(153)
(153)Length: 8.2 km • Est. 2 h 21 m
Fourth of July Trail is a 8.2 kilometer heavily trafficked loop trail located near Torreon, New Mexico that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiShow more
Tunnel Canyon, West Ridge, and Birdhouse Ridge Trail Loop
#6 - Tunnel Canyon, West Ridge, and Birdhouse Ridge Trail Loop
Cibola National Forestmoderate(198)
(198)Length: 9.3 km • Est. 2 h 56 m
Tunnel Canyon, West Ridge, and Birdhouse Ridge Trail Loop is a 9.3 kilometer heavily trafficked loop trail located near Tijeras, New Mexico that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as moderShow more
Sulphur Canyon, Faulty, and Bill Spring Trails Loop
#7 - Sulphur Canyon, Faulty, and Bill Spring Trails Loop
Cibola National Forestmoderate(160)
(160)Length: 5.3 km • Est. 1 h 47 m
Sulphur Canyon, Faulty, and Bill Spring Trails Loop is a 5.3 kilometer moderately trafficked loop trail located near Cedar Crest, New Mexico that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderaShow more
Tecolote Trail
#8 - Tecolote Trail
Cibola National Foresteasy(127)
(127)Length: 4.5 km • Est. 1 h 21 m
Tecolote Trail is a 4.5 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Sandia Park, New Mexico that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers Show more
10K Trail (South Section)
#9 - 10K Trail (South Section)
Cibola National Forestmoderate(86)
(86)Length: 8.9 km • Est. 2 h 52 m
10K Trail (South Section) is a 8.9 kilometer lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Sandia Park, New Mexico that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers Show more
4 Seasons Nature Trail #97
#10 - 4 Seasons Nature Trail #97
Cibola National Foresteasy(134)
(134)Length: 0.8 km • Est. 13 m
4 Seasons Nature Trail #97 is a 0.8 kilometer loop trail located near Sandia Park, New Mexico that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hikShow more
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