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Robledo Mountains OHV Trail System
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Chile Canyons OHV Trail System |
| Last Known Status | Open |
The Robledo Mountains OHV Area is a large area with multiple 4x4 trails in the hills and mountains just northwest of Las Cruces. The main access road is mild up to and well past the main parking area as it heads past the rock mine and into the mountains. Take a left at the fork while you are in the canyon to reach the first network of rocky and steep 4x4 trails, as well as the mountain bike trail (non-motorized vehicles only).
There are plenty more trails and diversions, mostly off to the left (south) of the main road. You might not find these trails as fun on a dirt bike or ATV, because the area is very dry and rocky, with no trees or shade.
There are no fees, but no services either, so come prepared. This trail system is more popular with 4x4 enthusiasts and the Las Cruces 4WD Club often hosts the Annual Chile Challenge here.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | NM OHV Permit |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Yes | Residents of any state without an OHV registration program must purchase a Nonresident OHV Use Permit. (AL, AK, FL, GA, HI, IL, KS, KY, MS, NE, NC, OK, SC, SD, TN, VA, WV) |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 by state law (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | No Restriction | (camp anywhere) |
 Campfires | No Restriction | |
| Night Riding | Yes | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep on designated trails |
| Alcohol | No Restriction | |
| Rule Enforcement | Few/Periodic |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 1,000 acres (2 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 20 | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 4000 to 5000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Not Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand | Little | |
| Mud |  None | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks |  Some | |
| Trees | None | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps |  Few | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Few | |
| Roads | Mostly | |
| Intersections | Some | |
| Rider Traffic | Few | |
| Shade | None | |
| Ranges/Gunfire | Few | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards not marked) steep dropoffs |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | BLM |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Pilot Travel Center/Las Cruces (575) 523-2185 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Pilot Travel Center/Las Cruces (575) 523-2185 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Pilot Travel Center/Las Cruces (575) 523-2185 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Las Cruces KOA Campground/Las Cruces (505) 526-6555 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Las Cruces KOA Campground/Las Cruces (505) 526-6555 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Las Cruces KOA Campground/Las Cruces (505) 526-6555 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Albertsons/Las Cruces (505) 524-1980 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Pros | free, large area |
| Cons | no services, no shade |
| Our Rating |  Fair |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Las Cruces, NM | ||
| Address | Rocky Acres Trail, Las Cruces, NM 88007 | ||
| From: Las Cruces, NM
1) Take I-10 Bus to intersection for Shalem Coloney Trail 2) Turn north on Shalem Coloney Trail, continue 4.9 miles 3) Turn left (west) on Rocky Acres Trail, continue .1 miles 4) Look for wide dirt road on the left, turn here 5) Continue .4 miles, look for large staging area on the left. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | BLM - Las Cruces District Office 1800 Marquess Street Las Cruces, NM 88005-3370 (575) 525-4300 mbriske@blm.gov www.blm.gov |
| Contact Info | Las Cruces Four Wheel Drive Club P.O. Box 1344 Las Cruces, NM 88004 www.lascrucesfourwheeldriveclub.com |
| Contact Info | New Mexico Game And Fish 1 Wildlife Way Santa Fe, NM 87507 (888) 248-6866 (505) 476-8000 ispa@state.nm.us www.wildlife.state.nm.us |
| Comment | OHV Permit Info |
Robledo Mountains Trail Photo
Robledo Mountains Trail Photo
Looking down the hill at Las Cruces.
Robledo Mountains Trail Photo
Robledo Mountains Trail Photo
This place has some great views of Las Cruces.
Robledo Mountains Trail Photo
You can see the staging area below.
Robledo Mountains Trail Photo
Robledo Mountains Trail Photo
Robledo Mountains Trail Photo
Robledo Mountains Trail Photo
A view of the mountains from the main road.
Robledo Mountains Trail Photo
Robledo Mountains Trail Photo
Robledo Mountains Trail Photo
Robledo Mountains Trail Photo
A typical sand wash.
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