FS 55 Tajique Canyon
Total Miles
7.5
Elevation
2,461.43 ft
Duration
1.5 Hours
Technical Rating
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Trail Overview
This route is rocky in some areas and has other areas with deep ruts and slick, sticky mud with any type of moisture. It travels through private property before entering the Carson Forest. The route gradually climbs out of Diablo Canyon and levels out with gorgeous views of the Manzano Mountains.
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Difficulty
This route is rocky in some areas and has 2-foot-deep ruts in other places.
History
At the head of Tajique Canyon is the largest stand of Rocky Mountain large tooth maples in New Mexico. The fall colors are spectacular.
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