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Aguirre Springs - Pine Tree Trail Loop

Southwest, NM

Aguirre Springs - Pine Tree Trail Loop

Southwest, NM

Hiking		Apr 09 2012
		rwstorm • Triplogs 1,041

Hiking	4.50 Miles	1,200 AEG

Hiking	4.50 Miles
	1,200 ft AEG

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Organ Mountains Wilderness Study Area Trails

Aguirre Springs - Pine Tree Trail Loop

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A very scenic loop hike on the northern side of the Organ Mountains east of Las Cruces. The trailhead is at Aguirre Spring Campground, not far from where I camped for two nights. Trailhead is at about 5700 feet and the high point of this one is around 6900 feet. I did the loop clockwise. As you get higher up great views of the Tularosa Basin and White Sands Missile Range are enjoyed, as well as the always impressive jagged ridgeline of the Organ Needles above you. These mountains experienced a pretty large fire last year, some of which burned through the hike area. On the return part of the loop a large firebreak was cut to keep the fire from spreading further northwest.

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[ checklist ] Ornate Tree Lizard

Wildflowers Observation Moderate

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WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.

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