5 Points Vista
Salt Flat, New Mexico
Located in the far SW portion of the Guadalupe Ranger District, this viewing area (vista) offers spectacular views of th...
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Campground in New Mexico.
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Eagle Nest is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.
Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.
New Mexico weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Eagle Nest.
Don't miss local attractions near Eagle Nest. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Mar 18, 2026
Be prepared! This is a steep non-maintained trail. Its not long but if youre out of shape or not acclimated to the elevation, you will be winded easily. That said, it drops you right down to the Rio Grande with very scenic views and great trout fishing. I came here to fly fish and it was worth it. There's big pools of slow moving water and big boulders creating rapids to fish in. You can expect to... Be prepared! This is a steep non-maintained trail. Its not long but if youre out of shape or not acclimated to the elevation, you will be winded easily. That said, it drops you right down to the Rio Grande with very scenic views and great trout fishing. I came here to fly fish and it was worth it. There's big pools of slow moving water and big boulders creating rapids to fish in. You can expect to find Rainbow, Cutbow, and Brown trout here. The canyon is deep so the sun is only on you for a few hours but when it crests the opposite canyon side, its time to start thinking about calling it a day. Dark falls QUICK and the trail isnt easily identifiable if you venture off. There's no bathrooms and no real place to camp there. You can venture off but beware of big slippery boulders and no cell service. Parking is available at the top side.
Mar 18, 2026
Short and fairly easy hike down with two tables, and a bench.. or find a rock for resting on if you're a lizard. If you go to the end of the trail, count on being attacked by many mosquitos. I would say that bug spray isn't enough... You will need bug itch spray as well, for afterward. Next time I will definitely not traverse all of the way down further the trail is overgrown and you will be in th... Short and fairly easy hike down with two tables, and a bench.. or find a rock for resting on if you're a lizard. If you go to the end of the trail, count on being attacked by many mosquitos. I would say that bug spray isn't enough... You will need bug itch spray as well, for afterward. Next time I will definitely not traverse all of the way down further the trail is overgrown and you will be in the bush with the spiders, flies & mosquitos. Though there was also a variety of plants to see, that was nice.
Mar 18, 2026
It's a short steep hike but worth it for the great views. Best done in the morning so the opposite cliffs are lit up by the sun while hiking in the shade.
Mar 18, 2026
Great place to take a hike beautiful scenery highly recommend it
Mar 18, 2026
Nice trail that’ll take you to the river. My wife and I enjoyed it.
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