| Alt Names |
Robledo Mountains Off-highway Vehicle Trail System, Robledo Mountains OHV Trail System, Chile Canyons OHV Trail System |
| DESCRIPTION |
The Robledo Mountains OHV Area is a large area with mutiple 4x4 trails in the hills and mountains just northwest of Las Cruces. The main access road is mild up to and well past the main parking area as it heads past the rock mine and into the mountains. Take a left at the fork while you are in the canyon to reach the first network of rocky and steep 4x4 trails, as well as the mountain bike trail (non-motorized vehicles only). There are plenty more trails and diversions, mostly off to the left (south) of the main road. You might not find these trails as fun on a dirt bike or ATV, because the area is very dry and rocky, with no trees or shade. There are no fees, but no services either, so come prepared. This trail system is more popular with 4x4 enthusiasts and the Las Cruces 4WD Club often hosts the annual Chile Challenge jeep event here.
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Las Cruces, NM |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 32º 22.446' W 106º 51.629' |
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From: Las Cruces, NM
1) Take I-10 Bus to intersection for Shalem Coloney Trail
2) Turn north onto Shalem Coloney Trail, continue 4.9 miles
3) Turn left (west) onto Rocky Acres Trail, continue .1 miles
4) Look for wide dirt road on the left, turn here
5) Continue .4 miles, look for large staging area on the left. |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail |
| QUALITY |
| Pros |
free, large area |
| Cons |
no services, no shade |
| Rating |
 Fair
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| Recommended Stay |
Full Day
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| TERRAIN |
| Climate Type |
Desert |
| Elevation |
4000 to 5000 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Not Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained |
| Loose Dirt |
 Little |
| Hard Pack |
 Mostly |
| Sand |
Little |
| Mud |
 None |
| Dust |
Little |
| Rocks |
 Some |
| Trees |
None |
| Steep Hills |
Some |
| Water Crossings |
None |
| Small Jumps |
 Few |
| Large Jumps |
None |
| Berms |
None |
| Sand/Gravel Pits |
None |
| Single Track |
Few |
| Roads |
Mostly |
| Intersections |
Some |
| Rider Traffic |
Few |
| Shade |
None |
| Ranges/Gunfire |
Few |
| Hazards |
Few |
| Novice Terrain |
Some |
| Amateur Terrain |
Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
Some |
| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
No |
| Dates Open |
Year-Round |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
No |
| Night Riding |
Yes |
| Flags |
Not Required |
| Two Strokes |
No Restriction |
| Cross Country |
Prohibited |
| ATVs |
No Restriction |
| UTVs |
No Restriction |
| 4x4s (registered) |
No Restriction |
| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
No Restriction |
| Bicycles |
No Restriction |
| Hiking |
No Restriction |
| Horseback |
No Restriction |
| Camping |
No Restriction |
| Campfires |
No Restriction |
| Alcohol |
No Restriction |
| Fireworks |
Prohibited |
| Firearms |
Some Areas |
| Law Enforcement |
Few/Periodic |
| FEES |
| Parking Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Entry Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Riding Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Camping Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| Gasoline |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| Diesel |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| Water |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| RV Hookup |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| RV Disposal |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Campground |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Conv Store |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Swim Area |
30+ Miles (N) |
| Water Body |
30+ Miles (N) |
| Boat Ramp |
30+ Miles (N) |
| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
BLM - Las Cruces District Office
1800 Marquess Street
Las Cruces, NM 88005-3370
(575) 525-4300
www.blm.gov
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