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Hiking in Southeast New Mexico: find your next outing

One outing. Just the right one.

Compare the 2 hiking trails in Southeast New Mexico by duration, level and access.

By François Dumaine · updated October 14, 2026

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Hiking in Southeast New Mexico

Hiking trails in Southeast New Mexico

2 trails

Before you go

Access & booking

Fees and access conditions are on each trail page.

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Season & conditions

Trails can close or change with the season: thaw, snow, maintenance. Each trail page links to the site manager, who publishes closures.

Our practical tips

With your dog

The dog rules are not yet confirmed on our trail pages for this region.

Our practical tips

Counts based on our 2 trails in Southeast New Mexico; details and sources are on each trail page.

Frequently asked questions

How many hiking trails are there in Southeast New Mexico?

We list 2: 1 easy and 1 moderate.

Which hike should I start with in Southeast New Mexico?

Among the 1 easy trails, start with Sitting Bull Falls (6.4 km, 2 hr). Each trail page gives the duration, the level and the access conditions.

How do I check conditions before I go?

Each trail page links to the site manager's website (park, municipality, reserve), which publishes closures and rules. During the thaw and after heavy rain, some trails may be closed.

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