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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/06/2025
Spacious parking areas mark the trailhead of the Lower Cedar Creek Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/06/2025
The trail crosses over Cedar Creek before proceeding up the wooded slopes.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/06/2025
Several trails and loops all converge at the start of this hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/06/2025
The trail is a dirt single track through the forested sloped landscape.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/06/2025
Scenic hiking path through the Cedar Creek area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/06/2025
The trail has moderate small climbs and descents over its course.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/06/2025
Lower Cedar Creek Trail in Ruidoso, New Mexico.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/06/2025
The trail concludes with an easy descent along the edge of Cedar Creek.