Details
Distance
6.18 miles
Elevation Gain
2825 ft
Route Type
Out-and-Back
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Rabbit Ears Plateau is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Las Cruces, New Mexico.
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Camp Below the Organ Mountains
These are well maintained BLM campsites just outside of Las Cruces. It's a great option for setting up a tent, car camping, or parking an RV. There are no facilities so remember to always pack in and pack out.
Hike the Rabbit Ear Plateau.
Park at the small parking area of Baylor Peak rd. Start climbig up the mountain on a old jeep road. The trail becomes steeper the further up you go. Very good views of the Organ Mountains and the Mesilla Valley. Lots of wildflowers along the way in the summer and also cacti in bloom. Did not make it all the way to the end of the trail, too hard for me.
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Baylor Peak via Baylor Canyon Pass
Baylor Peak via Baylor Canyon Pass is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Hike the Baylor Pass West Trail
Start your hike from the parking lot of Baylor Pass Road. The trail starts to climb gently first and then gradually the climb gets steeper, but nothing too difficult. There is nice desert vegetation along the trail and very good views of the Organ Mountains and valley below.
Organ Peak Trail
Organ Peak Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Las Cruces, New Mexico. This is one of the longer and more challenging hikes in the Organ Mountains. An early start is recommended to keep heat down during the warmer months as well trekking poles and plenty of water.
Dogs are not permitted on this trail.
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