Trails
Juniper Trail
*Bison are free roaming. For your safety and theirs, do not approach them.
Location: From Interstate I-25 take exit 364 and turn west onto Highway 161. Continue on the NM 161 road 5.5 miles until you see a gravel road going north (County Road 016-Loma Parda County Road). Cross the cattle guard and continue down Loma Parda County Road approximately 1 mile until you get to the Juniper Trail parking lot. (N 35.834030掳 W 105.078270掳)
From Highway 518 take Highway 161 east from Buena Vista. Continue on the NM 161 road 14.5 miles until you see a gravel road going north (County Road 016-Loma Parda County Road. Cross the cattle guard and continue down Loma Parda County Road approximately 1 mile until you get to the Juniper Trail parking lot. (N 35.834030掳 W 105.078270掳)
Open Season: Open year round, 陆 hour before sunrise to 陆 hour after sunset. Not open to biking or horseback riding.
Length: 2 1/4 miles
Route Type: Lollipop trail - A trail with a loop at the end of an out-and-back start/finish.
Surface: Natural surface - Dirt, Gravel, Rock
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail configuration: Information: The Juniper trail winds through several types of habitat, including shortgrass prairie, pi帽on/juniper, oak, and coniferous forests.
Pets must remain leashed at all times.
When planning a trip to the Refuge, it is important to wear appropriate footwear, sturdy shoes for land excursions and to dress for the .
Consider bringing:
- Water
- Food
- Binoculars
- Field guides
- A hat
- A walking stick
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Anything else that might make your outdoor experience safer and more enjoyable
NOTE: Most of the refuge has little to no cell phone service; therefore, visitors should leave a hiking plan with someone else.