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Lincoln National Forest
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Lincoln National Forest
New-Mexico · Upper Pecos watershed
About this park
Lincoln National Forest
Lincoln National Forest is a beautiful destination located in the southern part of New Mexico. It spans over 1.1 million acres and offers a diverse range of activities and attractions for visitors. Some of the best reasons to visit the forest include its stunning natural beauty, rich history, and abundant wildlife.
One of the main points of interest in Lincoln National Forest is the historic town of Lincoln. This town is home to several preserved buildings and museums that offer a glimpse into the area's past. Other notable attractions in the forest include White Sands National Monument, the Sacramento Mountains, and the Guadalupe Mountains.
Lincoln National Forest is home to a variety of unique wildlife species, including black bears, elk, and mountain lions. Visitors can also enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting.
The best time to visit Lincoln National Forest is during the spring and fall months when the temperatures are moderate, and the weather is pleasant. However, visitors can enjoy the forest year-round, and each season offers its own unique attractions and activities.
Overall, Lincoln National Forest is a must-see destination for anyone looking to experience the natural beauty and rich history of New Mexico.
One of the main points of interest in Lincoln National Forest is the historic town of Lincoln. This town is home to several preserved buildings and museums that offer a glimpse into the area's past. Other notable attractions in the forest include White Sands National Monument, the Sacramento Mountains, and the Guadalupe Mountains.
Lincoln National Forest is home to a variety of unique wildlife species, including black bears, elk, and mountain lions. Visitors can also enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting.
The best time to visit Lincoln National Forest is during the spring and fall months when the temperatures are moderate, and the weather is pleasant. However, visitors can enjoy the forest year-round, and each season offers its own unique attractions and activities.
Overall, Lincoln National Forest is a must-see destination for anyone looking to experience the natural beauty and rich history of New Mexico.
StateNew-Mexico
WatershedUpper Pecos
Latitude32.0004°
Longitude-104.7762°
In the park
Streamflow in Lincoln National Forest
Live USGS discharge at streamgauges inside the park boundary.
In the park
Snowpack in Lincoln National Forest
Current snow depth at SNOTEL stations inside the park boundary.
In the park
Trails in Lincoln National Forest
Named trails whose route falls inside the park.
Alamo Canyon Road
1.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Beginner Loop Trail
1.1 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Burleson Road
3.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Capitan Overlook Trail
1.8 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Capitan Peak Trail
5.0 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Cedar Creek Ridge Trail
1.7 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Copeland Canyon Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Cowboy Road
1.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Cross Roads
0.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Dark Canyon Road
4.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Downhill Bike Trail
1.4 mi · Biking
Fisherman's Trail
0.2 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Fitness Trail
1.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Forest Road 9219
0.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Forest Service Road 120
0.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Grand View Trail (130)
1.3 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Gravel Road
2.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Grindstone Canyon Loop Trail
4.7 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Grindstone Connector Trail
1.0 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Grindstone Lake Trail
1.3 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Grindstone Mesa Loop
3.3 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Kit Carson Loop
2.5 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Last Chance Canyon Trail (226)
2.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Lincoln Avenue
0.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Locklear Road
2.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Lower Cedar Creek Trail
1.6 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Lower Jerryatrics Trail
2.2 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Mary Road
2.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Moon Mountain Majesty Trail
4.1 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Moonshine Trail (90v)
1.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Mule Canyon Road
4.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Nogal Peak Trail
1.3 mi · Hiking, Running
North Base Trail
4.8 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
North Grindstone Connector Trail
4.9 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Old Grindstone Mesa Loop Trail
0.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Old Grindstone Mesa Spur Trail
0.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Old Grindstone Mesa Trail
2.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Osha Trail (10)
1.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Pack Trail
1.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Parsons Road
7.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Perk Canyon Trail
2.9 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Perk Ridge Trail
1.8 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Pershing Trail
0.8 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Pierce Canyon Trail
5.6 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Red Ketchum Road
1.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Rim Trail (105)
30.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Rock Road
1.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Saddle Road
0.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Salado Canyon (T128)
0.2 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Seven Cabins Trail
3.5 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
South Base Trail
10.9 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
South Cedar Creek Trail
1.6 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Toboggan Canyon Trail (5003)
1.5 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Tunnel Vista Trail
0.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Upper Cedar Creek Trail
3.5 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Upper Cut Trail
0.4 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Upper Jerryatrics Trail
3.5 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Village Spur Trail (5001a)
0.3 mi · Hiking, Running
West Side Road
27.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Willie White Trail (113)
4.6 mi · Hiking, Running
In the park
Camping in Lincoln National Forest
Campgrounds inside the park, with today's conditions score.
Detailed forecast
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Hourly detail
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
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Deep dive
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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Long-term outlook
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
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Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Lincoln National Forest as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
FAQ
About Lincoln National Forest
What can I do at Lincoln National Forest?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Lincoln National Forest?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Land designation
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.