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Baylor Pass


Highlights:

High desert - ascend to a mountain pass - back down to desert floor.
Near:Organ, NM
Scenery:
Distance:5.25 miles
Elevation Gain:1560 ft
Hike Time:3 hours
Difficulty:Moderate
Trail Condition:OK, but a few difficult spots
HikeType:Point to Point


Summary: The sign is the trailhead. Follow the main trail east. At 1.1 miles you will pass a series of wooden posts. At 3.25 miles you reach Baylor Pass. Continue east on the trail downhill about 2 more miles to the Aguirre Springs loop road where the trail ends. Note - if you have someone pick you up or leave a vehicle in the park there is a $3.00 fee per vehicle.
Trailhead: From the junction of I-10 and I-25, go north on I-25 6 miles to US-70. Turn right (east) on US-70. Follow US-70 east for 10.1 miles, exit at Baylor Canyon Road. Turn right (south) on Baylor Canyon road. Follow Baylor Canyon road south for about 2 miles to the trailhead on the left. (Lat:32.39177 Lon:-106.61387)
Trail Guides for Baylor Pass:
Best Seasons: Year-Round
User Groups: Hikers, Dogs,
Ranger Contact: BLM Las Cruces field office - (505) 525-4300
Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Michael P. Olbrisch, who has posted  55 other hikes on this site
Trail Reviews  Submit your own review
Reviewed by AB,AM,NB on 7/1/2008
Make sure you got plenty of water,good shoes,and sunscreen! Not many shading areas much longer anticipated! Make sure you plan way ahead for time to hike the trail! Be careful and have fun!!

Reviewed by George on 10/5/2007
Nice hike. One of the nicest in the area. Going from East to West is best... less elevation gain. Did see a rattler near the "primative campsite."

Reviewed by MVA on 9/23/2006
Good trail, full mile prior to getting into the mountainous area (only set-back for me). Saw a horned lizard, rattlesnake and the biggest tarantula I had ever seen (gave me the creeps) right on the trail. So... look out. Fun Hike.


Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site.
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