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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/08/2025
The trailhead is located immediately outside of downtown Cloudcroft.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/08/2025
The trail begins with a rocky uphill track, and generally remains climbing or descending for most of its length.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/08/2025
With a lollipop loop shape, the climb from the trailhead to the main loop fork offers some sunlight before heading into the woods.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/08/2025
Much of the trail skirts a hillside beneath the cover of trees.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/08/2025
At over 8500' in elevation, hikers can expect some early and late season snow along the path.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/08/2025
Osha Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/08/2025
Views from the Osha Trail.