Sitting Bull Falls Trail

Lincoln National Forest, Eddy County, NM

Out-and-back trail in Lincoln National Forest, Eddy County, NM. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.

Distance
6 mi (9.6 km)
Elevation Gain
1,063 ft (324 m)
Est. Time
2 hr 30 min
High point
5,709 ft (1,740 m)
Difficulty
Hard
Route type
Out & back

Features

Questions about Sitting Bull Falls Trail

How long is Sitting Bull Falls Trail?

Sitting Bull Falls Trail is 6 mi (9.6 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 30 min. It climbs 1,063 ft (324 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,709 ft (1,740 m).

How hard is Sitting Bull Falls Trail?

GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.

Where do you park for Sitting Bull Falls Trail?

Parking at the start.

Are there water and toilets on Sitting Bull Falls Trail?

Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead.

Is Sitting Bull Falls Trail shaded?

No shade: full sun.

What can you do on Sitting Bull Falls Trail?

Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.

Is this a good week for Sitting Bull Falls 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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