When you’re ready to lace up your hiking boots and start exploring from your Ruidoso cabin rental, these Ruidoso hiking trails are the perfect place to start! With a variety of terrain ranging from the creek to lake to canyon, you will be able to experience all of the outdoor beauty that Ruidoso has to offer.

Here’s a quick rundown on the best Ruidoso, New Mexico, hiking trails available near our Ruidoso cabin rentals!

Grindstone Lake Trail

Consisting of five trails totaling 18 miles altogether, the Grindstone Lake trails are open to mountain biking, hiking, and horseback riding. This multi-use trail system, designed by the International Mountain Biking Association, was completed in 2014. The trails wrap around the beautiful Grindstone Lake and offer lovely views of the lake from multiple vantage points on the trails. You can even kayak or canoe when your legs are ready to take a break! Because it is a multi-use trail system, you need to make sure you’re courteous to other trail users. Mountain bikers can appear unexpectedly around sharp turns, and you can spook a horse if you aren’t careful. 

Cedar Creek Trail

Cedar Creek is a multi-use trail system that offers over 30 miles of mostly-wooded multi-use trails. Hiking and biking are some of the most popular activities thanks to options like the T90 Fitness Trail and the T121 and T121A biking trails. The fitness trail extends for 1.3 miles and includes exercise stations where visitors can do pull-ups and similar workouts. When you need a break from hiking, you can relax in the open space or picnic area that comes complete with log tables and benches. Cedar Creek also offers drinking water, vault toilets, and a substantial campground connected to Lincoln National Forest. Cedar Creek Trail is the perfect Ruidoso attraction to visit whenever you’re ready to adventure out of your Ruidoso cabin rental!

Perk Canyon Trail

Perk Canyon Trail is a 5.4-mile-long loop trail that offers some of the best views in the area as you hike along the ridgeline. Another multi-use trail, the area is popular for birding, hiking, and horseback riding. It is a moderately challenging hike, so you should come prepared with good footwear, water, snacks, appropriate attire, and a map. 

Plan about two hours and forty-five minutes for your hike. Reviews on All-Trails describe it as a “beautiful hike with lots of wildflowers” and also recommend going in the fall to see the colors as the leaves change. You will find some elevation changes and water crossings. 

Argentina Canyon Trail

Argentina Canyon Trail is a 6.2-mile loop trail that takes you up to the summit of Argentina Peak with spectacular views of the rocky volcanic field and surrounding mountains. The trail is particularly popular for birding and hiking. Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash. It is rated as a moderately challenging route, so be prepared with food, water, adequate footwear, and a reliable map. Reviews on All-Trails describe the route as a “great hike with amazing views” and multiple water crossings. 

Where to Stay

Whether it’s just you or the entire family, Mountain Air Cabins offers you the perfect place to lay your head at night in your Ruidoso, New Mexico cabin rental. Each property offers all of the modern amenities in a rustic setting that lets you relax after an active day on the hiking trails in Ruidoso. Some Ruidoso vacation rentals are even pet friendly for the furry members of your family. From the comfort of your front porch, you can watch the local wildlife, smell the mountain air and admire some beautiful views.  Book your Ruidoso rental today!