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Big Bonito Trail
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JavierCR 🇪🇸
December 30, 2025
Hiking
The trail begins at the Argentina/Big Bonito Trailhead, located at the end of Bonito Lake Road (Forest Road 107), approximately 9 miles from the junction with NM-37, after leaving Ruidoso to the north.
There is also a loop version that connects to the Crest Trail and Argentina Canyon, ranging from 17.4 miles (28 km) (AllTrails) to 22.4 kilometers (approximately 13.9 miles), depending on the route.
There is also a loop version that connects to the Crest Trail and Argentina Canyon, ranging from 17.4 miles (28 km) (AllTrails) to 22.4 kilometers (approximately 13.9 miles), depending on the route.
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•Chuck Heckman
March 24, 2023
Hiking
Big Bonito Trail is a wonderful 4.6 mile long trail that follows the Bonito Creek through the winding valleys. You will need to cross the creek 7 times in total on the walk, so ensure you have proper footwear and ensure that water conditions are okay for the crossings. At the end of the trail you will find Bonito Seep, a high country spring that is out in the open. Along the way to the spring you will pass through wildflower meadows and aspen groves.
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