Cienega Equestrian Trailhead

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Trailhead includes a large turnaround suitable for horse trailers. The trails associated with this trailhead are: Cienega Equestrian Bypass Trail 266 ; Armijo Trail 222; and Faulty Trail 195 .

Please refer to the Sandia Mountain Trails map to plan your course.

NOTE: Consider purchasing a more detailed map that includes contour lines, at the Supervisor's Office or Regional Office. Locations of these offices can be found in the "Passes" info below.

Cell phone coverage is not guaranteed
It is the recreationist’s responsibility to use a map.
Trail(s) are open for the following uses: Hiking and Horseback Riding.

Please not that trails may be closed seasonally, please call the district office for up to date information.

Fees

Requires a $5 fee or a day-use pass. CASH OR CHECK ONLY at pay station. New Mexico Enchantment Pass Interagency Passes The fee for 15+ passenger, vans and buses is $10 per vehicle.

Directions

From I-40 and Exit 175 drive toward Cedar Crest/N-14. Follow N-14 aka the Turquoise Trail for approximately 6.5 miles, to NM 536 aka the Sandia Crest Scenic Byway. Turn left onto 536 and follow it for about two miles. Turn left at the Cienega/Sulphur Picnic Area sign. Stay to your left and follow the road for about .30 miles. Just before the gate, turn left and drive for .16 miles into the trailering area.

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