La Cueva Non-Motorized Trail System

Phone:
Address:

Carlsbad Field Office 620 E. Greene Street Carlsbad, NM 88220

Latitude/Longitude:
32.37231389, -104.2719636
Directions:
The La Cueva Non-Motorized Trail System is located partially within the city limits of Carlsbad, NM, on its southwest side. From Lea Street, go west to Standpipe Rd. Turn south and travel 3 miles to the gravel access road. Turn right and travel approximately 0.3 miles to the trailhead and parking area.

La Cueva Non-Motorized Trail System

The La Cueva Non-Motorized Trail System covers approximately 2,200 acres and contains more than 15 miles of maintained trails. The non-motorized trails are conveniently located near the city limits of Carlsbad, and are primarily used by mountain bikers, hikers, and equestrians.

The trails wind through the rolling limestone foothills of the Guadalupe Mountains and the rugged Chihuahuan Desert environment. A wide variety of cactus and wildlife add to the desert experience.

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Fees

  • None

Season/Hours

  • Open year-round. 

Facilities

  • A vault restroom and shade structures with picnic tables are located at the trailhead.

Special Rules 

  • Motorized use of the trail is prohibited.