In keeping with the governor’s guidelines and the Public Health Order, New Mexico Rails to Trails has postponed our upcoming work days pending the rescinding of the Public Health Order. Once work days resume our first project will be replacing deck boards and rail supports on the Salado Canyon Bridge.

While most day-use areas and campgrounds in the Lincoln National Forest have been closed, trails are still open and dispersed camping is still permitted.  See this Forest Service article on their website for more information.

Stay healthy and safe and we look forward to seeing you once the current situation improves!

We are limiting numbers at this work day to comply with state guidance and help keep our members healthy.  If you did not already RSVP for the workday, please do not attend.  Our next workday is planned for April 18, barring an extension of the Health Department Order.

Our March Work Day is Saturday, March 21, from 9AM to Noon on the Salado Trestle.

Yes, we are proceeding with the work day despite the Corona Virus.  We will be working outside in small groups in the fresh NM air and sunshine.  If you are sick or feel that you may have been exposed to the virus, please do not attend.

What We Will Be Doing: We will be replacing worn out boards and clearing brush at the Salado Canyon Trestle. We will also be placing a sign near the bottom of the new Bridal Veil Trailhead.

What to Bring: Water, gloves and sunscreen.

Where to Meet: Meet at the Salado Canyon/Lower Bridal Veil Trailhead located on Fresnel Canyon Road where the power lines cross the road.

Directions to the Salado Canyon Trailhead from Hwy 82 in High Rolls: 

• Turn north at the High Rolls General Store onto Cherry Blossom Ln for .3 miles
• Turn left at the stop sign onto Cottage Row for .45 miles
• Turn right onto Fresnel Canyon Road and travel 2 miles to Salado Canyon Trailhead