Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico 87575
Official WebsiteRoads to this site are reported to be severely impacted by mud and flooding. High clearance and four- or all-wheel drive is highly recommended if attempting the trip. Visitors who are able to make it should bring their own toilet paper and pack out all trash.
26 miles northwest of Tres Piedras via US-65 and FR-87.
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Carson National Forest is in northern New Mexico. It covers an area of 1.5 million acres and has a diverse landscape that ranges from 6,000 feet to 13,161 feet at Wheeler Peak, the highest point in New Mexico. The forest is home to many wildlife species, including the endangered Mexican Spotted Owl and the New Mexico Meadow Jumping Mouse. The forest offers many recreational opportunities, such as skiing, hiking, biking, camping, fishing, and bird watchng. The forest also has cultural and historical significance, as it contains prehistoric ruins, ice caves, lava flows, and ancestral lands of several Native American tribes.
Restrooms on site
Roadside viewing
Wheelchair accessible trail
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Last updated August 23, 2023