Trail Name: Martin Mesa Cyn Trail
Best Use: Hiking
Best Time for Use: Spring, Summer, Fall
Difficulty: Intermediate
Length: 4.8 miles (7.8 km) out and back from the trailhead
Start Elevation: 5,560 ft (1,695 m) Maximum Elev: 1,440 ft, (440 m) gain – 0 ft. (0 m) loss
Trail Surface and Use: Sandy ephemeral stream bottom. Rarely used.
Trail Head Access: Suitable for 2WD, good clearance auto in dry weather. 4WD in poor weather.
Trail Head Coordinates: 659,800 E; 4,250,900 N UTM Zone 12 WGS84
Best Feature: A good exposure to “Canyoneering” on a small scale. Trail furthest out point provides fantastic views of the Paradox Valley.
Cautions: Few – be careful during times of strong thunderstorms.