Event Details

First Saturday of the month. Check for updates each month on time and location.

Date/Time:  May 6^th - Start hiking at 3PM.  Gate closes at 8PM.

Location:  Aguirre Springs Pine Tree Trailhead on the Organ Mountains.

This month we will hike the Pine Tree Trail, just east of Las Cruces in the Organ Mountains.  The 4.5 mile trail is a moderately strenuous hike, gaining over 1000 ft in elevation from the trailhead.  The trail starts at an elevation of 5,700 ft and rises to 6,880 ft, at the base of the Organ Needles with fantastic views of the Tularosa Basin; this is where we will stop for Havdalah.  We will do the loop in a clockwise direction. We suggest you bring water and snacks, and wear a hat and sunscreen.

Directions:  From U.S. Hwy 70, take Aguirre Springs Road south. The intersection is 1.1 miles east of the San Augustin Pass, through which Hwy 70 runs. Stay on this road until you reach the fee area and campgrounds (approx. 6 miles). Turn right at the Aguirre Springs Campground sign and head SE.  There is a small parking area available for hikers. Stop at the self-serve fee station and pay the $5/car entry fee; the road will curve to the left and the parking area is to the left side of the road. You will see the Pine Tree Trailhead on the right side.