Doña Ana County, New Mexico
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Doña Ana County
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Las Cruces, New Mexico
Hike the Sierra Vista Trail
29 mi / 500 ft gainThe trail follows the foothills of the Organ Mountains. The terrain is hilly but not very difficult to hike. There are some steep laces and also some sandy places. I have only hiked sections of the trail at different occasions . There are a lot of interesting plants along the trail. The trail is ...Read more -
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Organ Peak Trail
5.09.92 mi / 3458 ft gainOrgan Peak Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Las Cruces, New Mexico. This is one of the longer and more challenging hikes in the Organ Mountains. An early start is recommended to keep heat down during the warmer months as well trekking poles and p...Read more -
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Organ Needles Trail
5.88 mi / 3333 ft gainThe Organ Needles Trail in Las Cruces, New Mexico is a challenging hike that rewards with stunning views. This 5.88-mile round trip trail is rated as difficult, with a steep incline and rocky terrain. The trail begins at the Baylor Canyon Road trailhead and ascends to the Organ Needle Peak, the h...Read more -
White Sands NM, New Mexico
Dune Life Nature Trail
1.8 miStarted the hike at the Dune Life Nature trail parking area. Two rangers took us all on the trail . We walked up and down the dunes and some flat areas. We started out at sunset and the views of the sunset were beautiful. 30 minutes later we walked in the dark with light of the moon. The sand was...Read more -
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Hike the Dripping Springs Natural area
3.5 mi / 500 ft gainThis is a very scenic moderate 3,5 mile hike featuring beautiful views, rare plants and the ruins of the historic Dripping springs resort. Lots of wildflowers in the summer. In the winter you may encounter some snow and ice at the end of the trail. The trail is rather busy on week-ends but not so...Read more -
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Hike the Picacho Mountain
3 mi / 1200 ft gainThis is a somewhat strenuous hike up Picacho Mountain. The trail is 3 miles round trip and has an elevation gain of 1200 ft. Great views from the top and also many cacti species can be seen along the trail.Read more -
6 1st Street, New Mexico
Explore the Geronimo Trail National Scenic Byway
65 miThis scenic highway goes through some nice country side and several old historic towns, some almost ghost towns. Lots of history and interesting places to stop. There are also festivals being held at different times of the year. Caballo Lake is also along the scenic byway .Read more -
Tularosa, New Mexico
Hike the Alkali Flat Loop
4.04.9 mi / 52 ft gainFrom the US 70 pull into the White Sands Visitor Center. Then continue along Dunes Drive. Eventually, Dunes Drive turns into Loop Drive. At the end of this road, you will find the Alkali Flat trailhead. One of the most beautiful and potentially disorienting 5-mile round-trip treks through the de...Read more -
Tularosa, New Mexico
Camp at White Sands National Monument
5.01.5 mi / 40 ft gainSpend a night under the stars in one of the more beautiful places to take it all in. White Sands National Monument offers camping to “backpackers” who have the ability to hike out into the dunes to set up camp for an overnight adventure. The closest site will be .75 miles away while the farthest ...Read more -
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Hike the Pena Blanca Trail
5.02.3 mi / 262 ft gainThe road to get here is a dirt road, but I was able to do it without a 4x4 or high-clearance vehicle. Once you park off to the left in the little gravel pull-off, you're going to follow the trail that is on the same side of the road. There will be a post that is red at the top (second picture) th...Read more -
Doña Ana County, New Mexico
Explore Providence Cone
4.02 miWe drove through the desert on a winding dirt road. Once at the cone we started our climb to the top. The ascent is not too difficult and once on top we had very good views of the surrounding landscape. Lots of interesting rock formations and also plants. There are several interesting petroglyp...Read more -
Alamogordo, New Mexico
Explore White Sands National Monument
4.7The White Sands National Monument is one of the most surreal locations in the southwest. Located just north of Las Cruces, NM, White Sands is about a 45 minute drive from the city of Las Cruces. To access the park from any location, you'll take Route 70, and from Las Cruces it's one straight shot...Read more -
Vado, New Mexico
Hike the Sierra Vista Trail from Vado to Bishop's Cap
4 miStart your hike from the Sierra Vista parking lot. Proceeded NE toward Bishops Cap. At first, the trail goes through some small arroyos and is a little rocky. After about half a mile, the trail is rather flat and goes through some sandy and grassy areas. Enjoy good views of the mountains!Read more -
Unnamed Road, New Mexico
Hike the Aden Crater Trail
1.9 mi / 187 ft gainDrove fro El Paso to the crater in the Potrillo Wilderness Study area a on a series of county dirt roads. Some of the roads are quite rough. Interesting place to explore. Deep crater and large lava fields. Good views of the surrounding plains. The place is very isolated and quiet. Best to get a m...Read more