Carson National Forest
Gallegos Peak Trail 4

Camino Real Ranger District

Elevations:

• Trail Beginning: 10,500 ft
• Trail End: 10,500 ft

The trailhead is on the west side of State Road 518, just south of US Hill, south of Taos. Parking is available on the east side of the road near the trailhead. The trail follows Forest Road 442 about 6 miles to Gallegos Peak. There's lots of great views of Wheeler Peak country along the way and Gallegos Peak gives some great shots of Jicarita Peak and the northern Pecos Wilderness.

Rating: Intermediate, with an elevation gain (and loss) of 1,360 feet

USGS Quad: Tres Ritos