Best trails near Ruidoso

39 trails · 39 ranked · updated 2026-06-28 · off-season

Explore the best trails near Ruidoso, New Mexico — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 15 of 39 trails · best 15 shown on the map
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Grindstone Canyon Loop Trail
#1 Grindstone Canyon Loop Trail
1.9 mi away
Why 59: intrinsic quality
59Solid
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North Grindstone Connector Trail
#2 North Grindstone Connector Trail
2.3 mi away
Why 59: intrinsic quality
59Solid
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Upper Raven Trail
#3 Upper Raven Trail
0.9 mi away
Why 58: intrinsic quality
58Solid
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Upper Cedar Creek Trail
#4 Upper Cedar Creek Trail
1.0 mi away
Why 58: intrinsic quality
58Solid
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Upper Jerryatrics Trail
#5 Upper Jerryatrics Trail
1.0 mi away
Why 58: intrinsic quality
58Solid
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Moon Mountain Majesty Trail
#6 Moon Mountain Majesty Trail
2.1 mi away
Why 58: intrinsic quality
58Solid
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Grindstone Mesa Loop
#7 Grindstone Mesa Loop
2.8 mi away
Why 58: intrinsic quality
58Solid
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Grindstone Mesa Loop Trail
#8 Grindstone Mesa Loop Trail
2.9 mi away
Why 58: intrinsic quality
58Solid
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Lower Jerryatrics Trail
#9 Lower Jerryatrics Trail
0.6 mi away
Why 57: intrinsic quality
57Solid
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Lower Raven Trail
#10 Lower Raven Trail
0.6 mi away
Why 57: intrinsic quality
57Solid
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Perk Ridge Trail
#11 Perk Ridge Trail
1.8 mi away
Why 57: intrinsic quality
57Solid
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Perk Canyon Trail
#12 Perk Canyon Trail
1.9 mi away
Why 57: intrinsic quality
57Solid
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Grindstone Canyon Loop Trail
#13 Grindstone Canyon Loop Trail
2.2 mi away
Why 57: intrinsic quality
57Solid
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Grindstone Ridge (97)
#14 Grindstone Ridge (97)
2.3 mi away
Why 57: intrinsic quality
57Solid
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Mine Ridge Trail
#15 Mine Ridge Trail
2.4 mi away
Why 57: intrinsic quality
57Solid

Trails near Ruidoso

The Ruidoso area has 39 trails on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best trails near Ruidoso

How are these trails ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.

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