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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