Grindstone Lake is located near the city of Ruidoso and is part of Lincoln National Forest. The most popular activities in summer are swimming, boating and fishing and there is a nice multi-use trail system starting at the lake.

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1. Grindstone Canyon Loop — Lincoln National Forest

11.6km

04:03

230m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Grindstone Lake loop from Ruidoso

3.13km

00:59

60m

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 2,120 m

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Location: Ruidoso, Lincoln County, New Mexico, United States

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Grindstone Lake

1. Grindstone Canyon Loop — Lincoln National Forest

2. Grindstone Lake loop from Ruidoso

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