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Soledad Canyon Day Use Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 434 Google reviews · Running trail in Las Cruces, New Mexico · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- 3 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Soledad Canyon Day Use Area's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Mountainous, pet-friendly destination offering various hiking trails, some with waterfall views.
What runners say about Soledad Canyon Day Use Area
“Beautiful scenery and a nice loop trail up to the rocks that form the Organ Mountains.”
“Well marked trail, climbs gradually from the parking lot leading to a box canyon with a pretty little waterfall.”
“Very well maintained trails, very clean and an easy hike.”
The trail is clearly marked the whole way. It's an uphill climb into the narrow canyon where there is a little waterfall. Stunning views and sunny skies made this hike unbelievably enjoyable! I would definitely go early as it does warm up by early afternoon.
This was a beautiful hiking area with multiple trails. We enjoyed spectacular views from the base of the Organ Mountains. It has free admission and no restrooms. Make sure you take a restroom break before you get there.
Very well maintained trails, very clean and an easy hike. No need for fancy equipment. Very family friendly. Well worth it to make it to the waterfall if the time of year is right. Usually flowing and nice and shady and cool by the water during the summer.
Came across this hike on Google Maps and really loved it. The trails on Google Maps aren't entirely accurate but AllTrails is. I recommended taking your first right when the path splits and then navigating towards the trail to the falls. It's not easy to get lost or anything!
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful scenery and a nice loop trail up to the rocks that form the Organ Mountains.”
“Well marked trail, climbs gradually from the parking lot leading to a box canyon with a pretty little waterfall.”
“Beautiful scenery and a nice loop trail up to the rocks that form the Organ Mountains.”
“Well marked trail, climbs gradually from the parking lot leading to a box canyon with a pretty little waterfall.”
Plan your run at Soledad Canyon Day Use Area
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- Loop distance3 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteblm.gov
- Phone+1 575-525-4300
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–5 pm |
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