Grant County Good News
Local Map
214 places in and around Grant County — local sponsors, area attractions, and hidden gems. Tap a pin for details, filter by type, or scroll the list below.
All 214 places
Adobe Springs Cafe
Food & Coffee
Adobe Springs Cafe is an American restaurant with Southwest flair! We're open six days a week serving up delicious break
Birdwell's Vintage Vibes
Food & Coffee
Boba + local coffee + baked goods
Downtown Barber
Beauty & Personal Care
Classic cuts, beard trims, and friendly local conversation in downtown Silver City.
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Gila Bike Shop
Shopping & Gifts
Bicycle sales, rentals, and tune-ups for Gila trails and town riding.
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Grant County Good News
community
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Joe's Plumbing
Home Services
Leaks, clogs, repairs, water heaters, and emergency plumbing help across Grant County.
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Little Toad Creek
Food & Coffee
Pub food + craft beer; downtown destination
Main Street Cafe
Food & Coffee
Fresh coffee, breakfast, lunch, and friendly local service in the heart of Grant County.
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Morning Star
Shopping & Gifts
Outdoor + apparel
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Paul Leetmae - State Farm
Professional Services
Home/auto/life
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R & L Service Center
Auto Repair
AAA Approved + NAPA Gold
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RPM Auto Clinic
Auto Repair
Top-rated on Yelp
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Silver Auto Care
Auto Repair
Oil changes, diagnostics, batteries, brakes, and basic auto repairs you can trust.
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Silver City Chiropractic LLC
Health & Wellness
Chiropractic clinic
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Silver City Food Coop
Shopping & Gifts
Cooperative grocer
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Singlesocks
Shopping & Gifts
Single Socks is a non-profit business dedicated to supporting anti-hunger projects in Grant County.
St. Francis Newman Center
Nonprofits & Community
Catholic food pantry
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The Commons (Grant County Food Pantry)
Nonprofits & Community
Free food pantry + community meals
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The Silver Clipper Barbershop
Beauty & Personal Care
Open since 1956
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Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument
anchor
Ancient Mogollon cliff dwellings about 44 miles north of Silver City on Highway 15. NPS-managed; the regional anchor for history-minded visitors.
Gila National Forest & Gila Wilderness
anchor
The country’s first designated Wilderness (1924) and the dominant recreation backdrop for Grant County — hiking, camping, fishing, scenic byways.
Historic Downtown Silver City
anchor
The walkable heart of Grant County: galleries, murals, restaurants, music, festivals, and 1880s buildings on a compact downtown grid.
City of Rocks State Park
anchor
A volcanic-tuff formation 28 miles east of Silver City — camping, stargazing, picnics, easy family exploration among the boulders.
Silver City Museum
history
In the historic H.B. Ailman House. Frontier, mining, and community history with rotating exhibits and a well-curated gift shop.
Western New Mexico University Museum
history
A focused regional museum holding one of the best Mimbres pottery collections in the Southwest.
Fort Bayard Historic District
history
Military, medical, and frontier history at the 1866 cavalry post near Santa Clara — a National Historic Landmark with walking-tour signage.
Pinos Altos
history
Historic mining village 7 miles north of Silver City on NM-15. Old West atmosphere, mountain scenery, restaurants, the Hearst Church, and the Buckhorn Saloon.
Mimbres Culture Heritage Site
history
A heritage stop in the Mimbres Valley dedicated to the Mimbres culture and the broader Native history of southwest New Mexico.
Catwalk National Recreation Trail
outdoor
A canyon walkway over Whitewater Creek north of Glenwood. Built in 1893 to hold a water pipeline; rebuilt as a recreation trail.
Big Ditch Park / San Vicente Creek
outdoor
A signature Silver City landmark: the original Main Street, scoured 55 feet deep by 1890s floods and now a downtown linear park.
Boston Hill Trail System
outdoor
A close-to-town hiking and biking network with views, abandoned-mine remnants, and easy access from downtown Silver City.
Dragonfly Trail
outdoor
A short Silver City favorite — petroglyphs, easy elevation, and a half-day outing close to town.
Lake Roberts
outdoor
A mountain lake north of Silver City — fishing, camping, picnicking, and a natural stop on the NM-15 corridor toward Gila Cliff Dwellings.
Gila Hot Springs
outdoor
Riverside hot springs near the Gila Cliff Dwellings — a long-favored stop on the NM-15 corridor.
Silver City Arts & Gallery District
arts
30+ galleries, public murals, a robust arts community, and monthly Art Walks — concentrated in the downtown grid.
Silver City Clay Festival
arts
An annual celebration of the region’s clay heritage — workshops, demonstrations, exhibitions, and a vendor market.
Woodhaul Wagon Road Trail #55
History
Follow the rutted path of old freight wagons that hauled timber through the Pinos Altos range — the wagon scars are stil
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Gomez Peak Trail #71
Trail
A short but stiff climb just outside Pinos Altos that pays off with sweeping views over the Mimbres Valley — perfect for
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Continental Divide National Scenic Trail #74
CDT Access
The crown jewel of long-distance trails passes right through the Gila — tackle a day segment and walk the same spine tha
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Bear Mountain Spur Trail #74A
CDT Access
A short connector off the CDT that leads to the Bear Mountain ridgeline — worth the detour for the granite outcrop panor
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Burros Spur Trail #74B
CDT Access
Branch off the Continental Divide and descend into Burros country where old mining claims still dot the hillsides south
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Thirty Something Trail #74C
CDT Access
A lesser-known CDT spur near the Burros that locals use as a quick loop — quiet, shady, and almost never crowded.
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Black Range Crest Trail #79
Trail
Run the crest of the Black Range where the views stretch from the Gila Wilderness to the Rio Grande — one of the highest
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Allie Canyon Trail #100
Trail
Tucked into the Pinos Altos range, this shaded canyon trail follows a seasonal creek beneath towering Douglas fir — a co
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Bear Canyon Trail #104
Trail
Climb through juniper and oak into Bear Canyon where the walls narrow and the silence deepens — keep an eye out for blac
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Railroad Canyon Trail #128
History
The name tells the story — this canyon near Kingston once echoed with narrow-gauge trains hauling ore from the mines abo
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Gallinas Canyon Trail #129
Trail
A rugged canyon hike in the Black Range that rewards persistence with stream crossings, wildflowers, and near-zero foot
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Turkey Creek Trail #155
Trail
Follow Turkey Creek through a lush riparian corridor in the Gila's mid-elevations — the swimming holes alone are worth t
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Sheep Corral Trail #231
History
Old sheep corrals still stand along this trail near the Mimbres — a reminder of the grazing culture that shaped these mo
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Tadpole Ridge Trail #232
Trail
A sinuous ridgeline trail that rolls across the Gila's mid-country with unobstructed views in every direction — golden a
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Snow Creek Trail #233
Trail
Snow Creek carves a deep, shaded drainage off the Mogollons — this trail follows the water through some of the wildest c
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Sycamore Canyon Trail #234
Trail
Giant sycamores line this canyon trail like columns in a natural cathedral — the dappled light through the canopy is unf
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Motorized Trail #235
Trail
A motorized connector trail near Signal Peak that links forest roads and offers a rolling ride through ponderosa pine.
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Admin Trail #235SP
Trail
A short spur off Trail #235 that was once used for forest administration access — now a quiet side trip through the pine
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Goose Lake Trail #238
Trail
A long backcountry trek to a high-altitude lake tucked into the Black Range — few make the full journey, and that's exac
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Dorsey Canyon Trail #239
Trail
A steep-walled canyon near the Mimbres that filters light into dramatic shafts — photographers love it in late afternoon
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Little Cherry Trail #241
Trail
Don't let the gentle name fool you — this trail climbs through cherry-stem canyons into remote backcountry near the Aldo
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Sawmill Wagon Road Trail #243
History
Old wagon ruts from the sawmill era are still carved into the earth along this trail — history you can literally walk th
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Spring Canyon Trail #247
Trail
True to its name, this canyon trail near the Burros has reliable springs that keep the riparian strip green long after t
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Old Highway Trail #260
History
Before Highway 152, there was this — a narrow roadbed reclaimed by nature that now makes a lovely shaded walk through th
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Wagon Wheel Loop Trail #701
Trail
A popular local loop just outside Silver City that packs rolling hills, big views, and CDT connector potential into a ha
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Eighty Mountain Trail #710
Trail
Climb Eighty Mountain for a 360-degree panorama that takes in the Burros, the Mimbres Valley, and the Gila Wilderness sk
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Piñon Loop Trail #711
Trail
A mellow loop through piñon-juniper woodland on the edge of Silver City — perfect for a lunchtime walk or a first hike w
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Divide Access Trail #712
CDT Access
The quickest route from Silver City's trail system to the Continental Divide — park at the bottom, hit the spine, and fe
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Picnic Loop Trail #714
Trail
A short, family-friendly loop near the Signal Peak area with scattered picnic spots and just enough elevation to earn yo
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Angel Loop Trail #717
Trail
A local favorite loop trail near the Big Tree area that alternates between shaded north slopes and sunny ridge walks — a
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Dragon Loop Trail #718
Trail
This winding loop near Fort Bayard twists like its namesake through pinyon and oak — watch for dragonflies at the season
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Mountain Loop #719
Trail
A higher-elevation loop that earns its name with serious climbing and big-sky views of the Gila's southern front.
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Dragonfly Loop Trail #720
Trail
A gentle loop through meadow and forest edge near Fort Bayard — named for the clouds of dragonflies that hover over the
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Crosscountry Course #722
Trail
Originally laid out for cross-country running, this rolling course near Silver City doubles as a fast hiking loop with s
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Old Golf Course Trail #723
History
Silver City's abandoned golf course has been reclaimed by nature — now a flat, easy trail through what was once the fair
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Gila River Trail #724
Trail
Follow the Gila River through its namesake valley — cottonwood galleries, sandy beaches, and the kind of silence only a
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Servis Corrals Trail #725
History
Named for the old Servis Ranch corrals that still stand along the route — a piece of working ranching history in the Gil
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Twin Sisters Creek Trail #726
Trail
Two creek drainages, one memorable hike — this trail near the Burros splits between shaded forks and pools where you can
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Fence Line Trail #727
Trail
A straight-shooting trail that follows an old fence line across open grassland — the views are wide and the hiking is fa
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Pack Saddle Trail #732
Trail
A rugged backcountry trail near the Gila Wilderness boundary that earns its name — steep, remote, and deeply rewarding.
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Signal Peak Trail #742
Viewpoint
Climb to the old fire lookout on Signal Peak for the single best panoramic view of the Gila region — on a clear day you
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Bird Sanctuary Trail #745
Trail
A quiet trail through riparian habitat near the Gila River that lives up to its name — bring binoculars and expect to ad
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Rabb Park Trail #747
Trail
A trailhead gem hidden in the pines near Rabb Park — the kind of spot locals gatekeep and visitors stumble into by accid
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Fort Bayard Big Tree Trail #755
Trail
Walk among some of the largest ponderosa pines in the Gila — these ancient giants near Fort Bayard predate the fort itse
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Stevens Ranch Trail #756
History
Pass through the remnants of the Stevens Ranch homestead on this trail near Fort Bayard — the stone foundations still te
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FS Nursery Road #757
Trail
A flat, easy walk along the old Forest Service nursery road — now a shaded corridor perfect for jogging or a stroller-fr
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Cornell Ranch Trail #758
History
Trace the edges of the historic Cornell Ranch where cattle once roamed — the trail passes old water tanks and stone wall
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Deadman Canyon Trail #786
Trail
The name hints at Wild West lore, and the canyon delivers — deep, narrow, and hauntingly beautiful in the slanted aftern
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Lower Gallinas Trail #795
Trail
The lower stretches of Gallinas Creek offer easy walking through open meadows and aspen groves — a peaceful alternative
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Donahue Trail #797
Trail
A lesser-used trail near the Mimbres that traverses mixed conifer forest with glimpses of the Black Range crest — solitu
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Motorized Trail #900
Trail
Motorized Trail #900 in the Gila's northern motorized area offers a rolling ride through ponderosa and scrub oak near th
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Gnarly Trail #901
Trail
The name says it all — a technical, root-and-rock-strewn trail that challenges even experienced riders in the Gila's nor
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Motorized Trail #902
Trail
Motorized Trail #902 winds through the Gila's motorized zone with tight switchbacks and sweeping creek-bottom crossings.
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Motorized Trail #903
Trail
A motorized connector through mixed conifer in the Gila's north country — links forest roads with scenic ridge-top stret
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Motorized Trail #904
Trail
Motorized Trail #904 cuts across open benches and through timbered draws in the Gila's extensive motorized trail network
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Motorized Trail #905
Trail
A fast-flowing motorized trail in the Gila's northern unit that's become a favorite with dual-sport riders for its varie
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Motorized Trail #906
Trail
Motorized Trail #906 traverses the Gila's mid-elevation zone with a mix of rocky climbs and smooth forest-road connector
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Motorized Trail #907
Trail
A motorized route through the Gila's pine-covered hills with occasional clearings that open to dramatic canyon views.
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Motorized Trail #908
Trail
Motorized Trail #908 links lower-elevation desert scrub to higher ponderosa stands — a ride through multiple life zones.
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Motorized Trail #909
Trail
A winding motorized trail in the Gila's northern sector that's tight in places but rewards with secluded forest campsite
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Motorized Trail #910
Trail
Motorized Trail #910 offers a punchy loop through oak and manzanita near the Gila Wilderness fringe — watch for elk at d
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Motorized Trail #911
Trail
A motorized connector in the Gila's trail system that bridges two drainages with a fun, flowing bench-cut trail.
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Motorized Trail #912
Trail
Motorized Trail #912 follows a ridgeline through the Gila's motorized zone with long sight lines and cool pine-scented a
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Motorized Trail #913
Trail
A tighter, more technical motorized trail in the Gila network that demands attention through its rocky side-hill section
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Motorized Trail #914
Trail
Motorized Trail #914 drops into a shaded drainage in the Gila's north country before climbing back to the ridge — a roll
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Motorized Trail #915
Trail
A motorized spur in the Gila system that dead-ends at a scenic overlook — worth the detour for the photo alone.
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Motorized Trail #917
Trail
Motorized Trail #917 carves through the Gila's mid-country with rocky ledges and sandy creek crossings that keep riders
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Motorized Trail #918
Trail
A motorized trail that traverses open grassland parks in the Gila before diving back into timber — elk and deer are comm
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Motorized Trail #919
Trail
Motorized Trail #919 links the Gila's northern trail network with a flowing section that's a blast on two wheels or four
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Motorized Trail #920
Trail
A motorized route near the Gila's edge that serves up big views and even bigger whoop-de-doos through the rolling terrai
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Motorized Trail #921
Trail
Motorized Trail #921 cuts through the Gila's mixed-conifer zone with steady climbing and a rewarding ridgeline cruise at
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Motorized Trail #922
Trail
A motorized connector in the Gila system that threads between two drainages with enough rocks to keep it interesting.
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Motorized Trail #922A
Trail
A short motorized spur off Trail #922 that leads to a hidden forest clearing — a good spot for a trail lunch and a stret
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Motorized Trail #923
Trail
Motorized Trail #923 traverses a side slope in the Gila's motorized zone with loose shale sections that demand respect.
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Motorized Trail #924
Trail
A motorized trail through the Gila's pinyon-juniper belt that opens periodically to reveal sweeping views of the surroun
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Motorized Trail #925
Trail
Motorized Trail #925 drops into a narrow canyon in the Gila system before switchbacking out — a fun technical challenge.
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Motorized Trail #926
Trail
A motorized route on the fringe of the Gila's trail system that feels wilder and more remote with every mile.
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Motorized Trail #960
Trail
Motorized Trail #960 in the Gila's southern motorized area offers a mix of sandy washes and rocky climbs near the Burros
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Motorized Trail #961
Trail
A motorized trail through the Gila's southern sector with long gravel stretches and occasional technical rock gardens.
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Motorized Trail #962
Trail
Motorized Trail #962 weaves through the Gila's southern motorized network with creek crossings and shaded forest section
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Motorized Trail #963
Trail
A motorized connector near the Burros that links the southern trail system with forest roads heading toward the Wilderne
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Motorized Trail #964
Trail
Motorized Trail #964 rolls through open parkland in the Gila's southern unit — fast, fun, and scenic the whole way.
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Motorized Trail #964A
Trail
A short motorized spur off Trail #964 that leads to a tucked-away overlook in the Gila's southern motorized zone.
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Woodland Park Trail #12
Trail
A peaceful trail through the Woodland Park area near the Gila Cliff Dwellings — shaded by old-growth conifers with glimp
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Jordan Canyon Trail #20
Trail
Jordan Canyon cuts deep into the Mogollons — this trail follows the drainage through towering rock walls and emerald poo
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Sam Martin Trail #23
Trail
Named for a local legend, this trail leads into the heart of the Gila Wilderness where the foot traffic drops to near ze
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Cassidy Trail #25
History
Legend says Butch Cassidy used this route — whether true or not, the trail passes through outlaw country where the Gila
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West Fork Trail #151
Trail
Follow the West Fork of the Gila River through a canyon so deep and green it feels like another world entirely — a Gila
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West Fork Shortcut Trail #151A
Trail
A shortcut spur off the West Fork that skips a river bend and saves your boots from an extra crossing — locals know this
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Mogollon Baldy Trail #152
Viewpoint
Climb to the crown of the Mogollon Mountains on this trail to Mogollon Baldy — at over 10,700 feet, the views are litera
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Middle Fork Trail #157
Wilderness
The Middle Fork of the Gila is the stuff of backpacking legends — hot springs, cliff dwellings, and dozens of river cros
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EE Canyon Trail #163
Trail
A steep, narrow canyon trail in the Gila Wilderness that's easy to miss from the main trail but rewards those who ventur
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Lilley Park Trail #164
Trail
Open meadows and scattered timber make Lilley Park feel like a mountain pasture — elk herds graze here at dawn and dusk.
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Clear Creek Trail #165
Trail
Clear Creek lives up to its name — the water is crystal-clear, the canyon is lush, and the trail is a well-kept Gila sec
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McKenna Creek Trail #167
Trail
A trail that follows McKenna Creek into deep wilderness where the canopy closes overhead and the only sound is running w
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Trail Canyon Trail #169
Trail
Trail Canyon is the kind of place where you set down your pack and stay a while — deep pools, flat rocks for lunch, and
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Mineral Creek Trail #201
History
Mineral Creek once ran orange with mine tailings — now it runs clear through a recovering canyon that shows nature's res
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Catwalk National Recreation Trail #207
Trail
Walk a steel catwalk suspended above Whitewater Canyon — the narrow gorge is so tight you can touch both walls at once.
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Little Bear Trail #729
Trail
A shorter trail near the Gila Wilderness edge that's perfect for a morning hike — bear sightings are common in the berry
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Adobe Springs Trail #804
Trail
Adobe Springs trickles from the hillside year-round — this short trail near Lake Roberts leads to the spring through a t
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Pictograph Canyon Trail #800
History
Ancient rock art lines the walls of this canyon near the Gila Cliff Dwellings — the pictographs predate written history
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Lake Roberts Trail #801
Trail
A level, accessible trail that loops around Lake Roberts — birdwatching, fishing access, and mountain reflections on sti
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Purgatory Chasm Trail #779
Trail
Purgatory Chasm is a dramatic slot-like canyon near the Mimbres — the name suggests the effort required, but the reward
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Caves Trail #803
Trail
Explore natural caves along this short trail near the Gila Cliff Dwellings — bring a headlamp and a sense of adventure.
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Alum Camp Trail #788
Trail
Named for an old mining camp where alum was extracted, this trail near the Gila leads through shady forest to the river
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Brannon Park Trail #700
Trail
Brannon Park is a wide-open mountain meadow reachable by this trail — the kind of place where you half expect to see a c
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Whitewater Trail #207.1
Trail
An extension of the Catwalk experience — follow Whitewater Creek deeper into the canyon where the crowds thin and the wa
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South Fork Whitewater Trail #212
Trail
The South Fork of Whitewater Creek tumbles through a narrower, wilder canyon than its parent — a Glenwood-area hidden ge
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East Fork Whitewater Trail #213
Trail
The East Fork offers a quieter alternative to the main Whitewater drainage — deeper forest, more solitude, and the same
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Little Whitewater Trail #214
Trail
Don't let 'Little' fool you — this trail follows Whitewater Creek's smaller sibling through a canyon every bit as dramat
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Catwalk National Recreation #207 Trail
Trail
The Catwalk's iconic suspended walkway over Whitewater Canyon is one of the Gila region's most photographed spots — and
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San Francisco Hot Springs Trail #250
Hot Spring
Soak in natural hot springs right along the San Francisco River — the trail is short but the pools are deep, warm, and s
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West Fork Mogollon Trail #224
Trail
Follow the West Fork of the Mogollon Creek deep into the Gila Wilderness — a multi-day trek through some of the most rem
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Johnsons Cabin Trail #225
History
The ruins of Johnson's Cabin still stand along this trail — a hand-built homestead from the days when the Gila's backcou
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Kelly Camp Trail #431
History
Kelly Camp was once a thriving mining settlement — now the trail passes stone ruins and tailings piles that hint at the
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Hermosa Trail #307
Trail
Hermosa means beautiful, and this trail in the Black Range earns the name — wildflower meadows, aspen groves, and creek
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Ladrone Gulch Trail #127
Trail
Ladrone means 'thief' — this gulch in the Black Range was named for bandits who once hid in its twists and turns. The tr
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East Railroad Trail #130
History
The east side of the old railroad grade near Kingston — wider and more gradual than you'd expect, evidence of the engine
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Coffee Trail #133
Trail
The Coffee Trail in the Black Range has nothing to do with caffeine and everything to do with solitude — a quietly spect
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Hillsboro Bypass Trail #412
Trail
Skip the highway and take the scenic route around Hillsboro — this trail bypasses the town through the foothills with vi
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Wolf Hollow Trail #773
Trail
Wolf Hollow cuts a deep notch in the hills near Pinos Altos — the trail follows the drainage through thick forest where
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Iron Trail #793
History
Named for the iron deposits that once drew prospectors, this trail near the Mimbres passes old diggings and rusted equip
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Scenic Trail #796
Viewpoint
They didn't name it 'Scenic' for nothing — this trail near the Black Range serves up one panoramic overlook after anothe
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Christie Trail #806
Trail
A lesser-known trail near Lake Roberts that loops through pinyon-juniper and opens to unexpected views of the Mimbres Va
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North Seco Trail #123
Trail
The North Seco trail follows a dry drainage through the Black Range that comes alive during monsoon season — waterfalls
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Turkey Park Trail #308
Wilderness
Turkey Park is a high-mountain meadow deep in the Aldo Leopold Wilderness — the trail to get there is long, but the wild
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Me Own Trail #707
Wilderness
The name says it all — Me Own Trail leads to a corner of the Gila where you'll likely have the entire drainage to yourse
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Tom Moore Canyon Trail #708
Trail
Tom Moore was a local rancher whose name lives on in this deep canyon trail — follow it through oak and pine to a hidden
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Ring Canyon Trail #162
Trail
Ring Canyon forms a natural circle in the Gila Wilderness — the trail loops through the drainage with walls that glow re
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Little Creek Cutoff Trail #789
Trail
A shortcut trail that connects two larger routes through the Gila — efficient for hikers, but scenic enough that you won
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Bearwallow Creek Trail #190
Trail
Bearwallow Creek lives up to its name — this trail in the Gila Wilderness follows a creek where bears wallow in the mud
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Red Canyon Trail #198
Trail
The red sandstone walls of Red Canyon glow like embers at sunset — this trail near Glenwood is a photographer's dream in
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Whitetail Canyon Trail #202
Trail
Whitetail deer are common in this canyon near the Gila's mineral belt — the trail follows a spring-fed stream through so
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Redstone Trail #206
Trail
Red sandstone formations line this trail like natural sculptures — the geology tells a 300-million-year story in layers
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Squeaky Trail #774
Trail
The Squeaky Trail got its name from the sound of boots on its smooth bedrock — a quirky local favorite with surprisingly
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CDT-Mimbres Access Trail #741
CDT Access
The Mimbres access point to the Continental Divide — a well-marked trailhead that drops you onto the CDT with views stre
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Boston Hill Trail System
Town Walk
Silver City's backyard trail network winds over Boston Hill where 19th-century mines once operated — now it's the best q
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Boston Hill Trails and Open Space
Town Walk
The Town of Silver City maintains this open space with signed trails through mining ruins — walk the same paths that min
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Boston Hill Trail Map
Town Walk
Grab the official trail map before you head up Boston Hill — the network of interconnecting loops can confuse first-time
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San Vicente Creek Trail
Town Walk
San Vicente Creek runs through the heart of Silver City — follow the trail along its banks from downtown to the edge of
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Big Ditch Park
Town Walk
The Big Ditch was literally a ditch that flooded in the 1890s and carved a channel through downtown — now it's a linear
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Greenways & Big Ditch Master Plan
Community
Silver City's vision for connecting trails, parks, and open spaces — read the master plan to see how the town is weaving
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Silva Creek Botanical Garden
Town Walk
A tucked-away botanical garden in Silver City showcasing native plants of the Gila region — a peaceful stroll with educa
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La Capilla Heritage Park
History
Perched on a hill above downtown, La Capilla recreates an 1860s chapel site with panoramic views and interpretive signs
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Downtown Silver City Mural Walk
Town Walk
Over 30 murals cover downtown Silver City's walls — grab a coffee and walk the self-guided tour through alleys that doub
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WNMU Campus Walking Loop
Town Walk
Western New Mexico University's campus is one of Silver City's hidden green spaces — walk the perimeter loop past histor
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Memory Lane Cemetery History Walk
History
Memory Lane Cemetery holds the stories of Silver City's founders, miners, and families — a respectful walk through heads
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Chihuahua Hill Neighborhood Walk
Town Walk
Chihuahua Hill is one of Silver City's oldest neighborhoods — walk its steep streets for adobe architecture, informal tr
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Town Parks & Open Space Map
Community
The official town map shows every park and open space in Silver City — print it out and spend a weekend exploring them a
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Trails of Silver City & Grant County
Community
The Silver City Museum's comprehensive guide to local trails — from easy town walks to backcountry epics, this is where
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Silver City Trails Hub
Community
The museum's trail hub is a one-stop resource for maps, conditions, and local knowledge — check it before you head out.
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Town Trails Hub
Community
Silver City's official trails page with links to maps, volunteer opportunities, and upcoming trail events around town.
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Trails & Open Spaces Plan
Community
The town's long-range plan for trails and open spaces — see where new paths are being built and how to get involved in t
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Spring Street Boston Hill Trailhead
Town Walk
The Spring Street trailhead is the main gateway to Boston Hill — park here and choose from three loop options ranging fr
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Market Street Boston Hill Trailhead
Town Walk
The Market Street access to Boston Hill puts you on the southern slopes — a quieter entry point with good sunset views o
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Cooper Street Boston Hill Trailhead
Town Walk
Cooper Street offers a lesser-known Boston Hill access on the east side — fewer people, same great views, and a direct r
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Cheyenne Street Boston Hill Trailhead
Town Walk
The Cheyenne Street trailhead accesses Boston Hill from the north — follow the trail past old mine tailings to the summi
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Boston Hill Mine Safeguard Project
History
The Mine Safeguard Project sealed dangerous mine openings on Boston Hill while preserving the historic character — the s
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Gila Cliff Dwellings Trail
NPS Day Hike
Walk through 700-year-old Mogollon cliff dwellings in the heart of the Gila Wilderness — the half-mile trail is short bu
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Boston Hill Mining History Overview
History
A deep dive into Boston Hill's mining past — silver, lead, and zinc drew hundreds of miners to these hills, and their le
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Day Hikes Near Silver City (NPS)
NPS Day Hike
The National Park Service's curated list of day hikes around Silver City — from easy nature walks to strenuous canyon tr
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Day Hikes Near Gila Cliff Dwellings (NPS)
NPS Day Hike
The NPS guide to hikes near the cliff dwellings — combine a dwelling tour with a riverside walk or a ridge-top viewpoint
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Day Hikes Near Glenwood (NPS)
NPS Day Hike
Glenwood sits at the edge of the Gila's canyon country — the NPS recommends these day hikes that feature hot springs, ca
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Day Hikes in the Gila (NPS)
NPS Day Hike
The comprehensive NPS guide to day hiking in the Gila — covers every trailhead, difficulty level, and season for the ent
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Gila Cliff Dwellings Nearby Attractions
NPS Day Hike
The NPS guide to what's around the cliff dwellings — hot springs, overlooks, and historic sites within easy reach of the
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Lightfeather Hot Spring
Hot Spring
Lightfeather Hot Spring sits along the Gila River near the cliff dwellings — a natural rock-ringed pool where 130-degree
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Jordan Hot Springs
Hot Spring
Jordan Hot Springs is a deep backcountry soak reachable only by trail — the hike is the price of admission to some of th
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Backpacking in the Gila (NPS)
Wilderness
The NPS backpacking guide for the Gila — everything you need to plan a multi-day trip into one of the wildest places in
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Day Hikes Near Gila Visitor Center PDF
NPS Day Hike
Download this NPS PDF for a printable guide to day hikes near the Gila Visitor Center — trail descriptions, distances, a
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CDT Gila Source Page
CDT Access
The Forest Service's official Continental Divide Trail page for the Gila — maps, conditions, segment descriptions, and e
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Sapillo CDNST Trailhead
CDT Access
The Sapillo trailhead puts you on the Continental Divide near Lake Roberts — a popular starting point for CDT day hikes
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Bear Creek CDNST Trailhead
CDT Access
Access the CDT from Bear Creek near Pinos Altos — the trail immediately climbs into pine forest with views back over the
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Wagon Wheel CDNST Trailhead
CDT Access
The Wagon Wheel trailhead on the north side of Silver City is the closest CDT access point from downtown — you can liter
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Redrock Road CDNST Trailhead
CDT Access
Redrock Road provides southern access to the CDT in Grant County — a less-trafficked trailhead for those seeking solitud
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Forest Ridge Road CDNST Trailhead
CDT Access
Forest Ridge Road offers a high-elevation start on the CDT through mixed conifer — cool even in summer, and the views st
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Jack's Peak CDNST Trailhead
CDT Access
Jack's Peak is one of the highest points on the CDT in the Gila — start here for a ridgeline hike that feels like walkin
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Black Peak CDNST Trailhead
CDT Access
Black Peak towers over the CDT in the northern Gila — the trailhead access leads to some of the most dramatic Divide sce
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Arrastra Interpretive Site
History
A restored arrastra (ore-crushing mill) along Highway 15 shows how early miners processed gold and silver — the interpre
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