Hey trail crew, this months newsletter is from my recent New Mexico trip where I left with mud in every crevice and a story or two. This dispatch has the unfiltered details — campsite coords, recent road updates, and a few insider tips. Whether you're planning your own run or just dreaming vicariously, let's dive in.
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CAMPSITE BREAKDOWN
Elk Mountain campsite – [Santa Fe National Forest, NM]
In this month's video I tackle the Elk Mountain trail, fishing the Pecos, scenic trails and that insane overlook at the end. But YouTube only has so much time… so below is the campsite breakdown.
Quick Stats Elevation: ~11,000 ft | Rigs: ~3 | Cell: Verizon None, AT&T Marginal | Best seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Getting There about 10 miles off highway 63. Stock 4×4 rigs can easily make it. Non 4×4 rigs may have trouble. Took about 2 hrs to traverse one way
On-Site Details
Fire rings: Make your own
Privacy: high – super secluded with an amazing view
Amenities: None (pack out everything)
Pros / Cons Pros: Amazing view far from any other campsite. Cons: Long way from the highway so if you want to fish it’s gonna take awhile to get to the river.
Exact Coordinates & Tips Primary spot: 35.77266 -105.58638 Pro hack: If this spot is taken there are other secluded spots which can be found in my gps data, more info on that below.
Not a bad view
Drone group pic
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
This was my first fly-fishing trip and I didn’t catch any trout. However, my buddy Dan caught some, and eating that fish over the fire was the highlight of the trip for me.
The Trout Sacrifice
We ended the journey at my favorite campsite in Texas.
Welcome to the Palo Duro Canyon
COMMUNITY SECTION
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SCRIPTURE OF THE MONTH
Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.” This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”
Matthew 22:37-39
See ya in next months letter drop. Don’t wait for perfect weather just get out there! - Rick
