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Agua Sarca Trailhead & Agua Sarca Trail 231 the Forest Service's write-up
<strong>This area does not require an amenity fee.</strong> <ul> <li>If you recreate on a regular basis in the Sandias or other national lands, consider purchasing one of the America the Beautiful Passes or a Sandia Annual Pass at the locations listed below.</li> </ul> · season Open year round to
The Agua Sarca Trailhead is located about 1.7 miles down Forest Road 231 (aka Tunnel Spring Road). There is a small parking area on the left. Agua Sarca Trail 231 begins across from the parking area, and it is an unmaintained trail, which becomes more and more difficult as you get further into Agua Sarca Canyon.
The trail may be difficult to follow and should only be taken if you are familiar with navigating rough territory using a map and compass (or GPS) to avoid getting lost.
NOTE: Consider purchasing a detailed map that includes contour lines, at the Sandia Ranger District, 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
Tunnel Canyon Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
<strong>This area does not require an amenity fee.</strong> <ul> <li>If you recreate on a regular basis in the Sandias or other national lands you might consider purchasing one of the America the Beautiful Passes or a Sandia Annual Pass at the locations listed below.</li> </ul> · season Open year round, Weather Permitting to
Tunnel Canyon Trailhead is located approximately two and a half miles south of I-40. It gives access to Tunnel Canyon Trail 05145 , which is 2.4 miles long, and Birdhouse Ridge Trail 05411 , both of which lead into the Manzanita Mountains Trail System.
Please refer to the Manzanita Mountains Trail System map to plan your course.
Cell phone coverage is not guaranteed.
It is the recreationist’s responsibility to use a map.
It is a multi-user area.
Trail(s) open for the following uses: Hiking, Mountain Biking, 2 Wheel Motorized Vehicles and Horseback Riding.
Be courteous to other users – motorized vehicles and bicycles yield to hikers and horses.
Travel only on established trails.
Tunnel Spring Trailhead & North Crest Trail 130 the Forest Service's write-up
season Open year round to
Trailhead access to Sandia Mountain Wilderness via North Crest Trail 130 and Del Orno Route 130b.
Please refer to the Sandia Mountain Trails map to plan your course.
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.