Hop Canyon Trail
Cibola National Forest, Socorro County, NM
Out-and-back trail in Cibola National Forest, Socorro County, NM. Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 14 mi (22.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,180 ft (1,274 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 55 min
- High point
- 9,898 ft (3,017 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Trailhead: Hop Canyon Trailhead 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Hop Canyon Trail
How long is Hop Canyon Trail?
Hop Canyon Trail is 14 mi (22.6 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 55 min. It climbs 4,180 ft (1,274 m) in total, up to a high point of 9,898 ft (3,017 m).
How hard is Hop Canyon Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Hop Canyon Trail?
1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Hop Canyon Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Hop Canyon Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (73% under trees).
What can you do on Hop Canyon Trail?
Best for Horseback riding.
Is this a good week for Hop Canyon Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Mesa Trail Cibola National Forest · Expert · 11.3 mi (18.1 km)
- Dead Horse Trail Cibola National Forest · Hard · 9.2 mi (14.9 km)
- Dead Horse Trail Cibola National Forest · Expert · 9.2 mi (14.9 km)
- Copper Canyon Trail Cibola National Forest · Expert · 9.3 mi (14.9 km)
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