Grindstone Trail Ruidoso NM

Grindstone Lake Trail

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A moderate, pleasant loop around a mountain canyon and lake.

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4.5/5 · 52 reviews
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Apr 17, 2024
There are numerous trails to choose from in the area. A couple go around the lake and other climb the hills to provide a beautiful view of the surrounding months. There are bathroom facilities at t… Full review by Ed S
May 15, 2023
Got to Ruidoso around 2pm and had an hour before we could check in. Found Resort drive and navigated to the lake with no issues. Lots of parking available in both the lower and upper lots, but that… Full review by Stay819465
May 4, 2023
500 foot increase in elevation. Moderate hike the beginning of May with inclines and flat areas. Should be beautiful mid-May as some bushes were in the early stages of budding when we were there. Oc… Full review by MyTruth2d

Questions & answers

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Is it safe for dogs to swim and drink the water ?
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Yes, it is a fresh water lake that retains snow melt. The last time we were there people had their dogs there and were also out in kayaks fishing. One group fishing from shore had several …
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Yes, it is a fresh water lake that retains snow melt. The last time we were there people had their dogs there and were also out in kayaks fishing. One group fishing from shore had several lake trout. Beautiful place.
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Is there fall foliage there now?
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Not quite, it's been warmer a lot later so the leaves have not turned away they normally would by now. I was there last weekend I left on the ninth and I had not changed color …
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Not quite, it's been warmer a lot later so the leaves have not turned away they normally would by now. I was there last weekend I left on the ninth and I had not changed color much at all.
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