About South Fork Mineral Creek #798 Trailhead
Trailhead for South Fork Mineral Creek Trail #798. First two (2) miles were logged summer 2017.
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South Fork Mineral Creek #798 Trailhead
Glenwood, New Mexico · Catron County · Facility
Trailhead for South Fork Mineral Creek Trail #798. First two (2) miles were logged summer 2017.
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33.38011, -108.63552
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Weather at South Fork Mineral Creek #798 Trailhead
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Clear
49°/33°
🌬 17mph
↑ 6:35 AM ↓ 5:19 PM
Thu
Overcast
48°/33°
🌬 7mph
↑ 6:36 AM ↓ 5:19 PM
Fri
Overcast
51°/34°
💧 4%🌬 7mph
↑ 6:37 AM ↓ 5:18 PM
Sat
Clear
52°/33°
💧 5%🌬 7mph
↑ 6:38 AM ↓ 5:17 PM
Sun
Clear
53°/32°
💧 1%🌬 7mph
↑ 6:39 AM ↓ 5:16 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
Plan Your Visit to South Fork Mineral Creek #798 Trailhead
Heading to South Fork Mineral Creek #798 Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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