AllTrails.com shares their list of the best trails for wildlife in Lincoln National Forest, according to user reviews and data. See the highlights here.

Perk Ridge Trail 

Perk Ridge Trail is a 4.8-mile lightly trafficked loop trail that is rated as moderate and offers a number of activity options. Dogs and horses are also able to use this trail.

Cedar Creek Trail 

Cedar Creek Trail is a 3.6-mile lightly trafficked out-and-back trail that is rated as moderate and primarily used for hiking.

South Fork of the Rio Bonito Trail

South Fork of the Rio Bonito Trail is an 11.5-mile moderately trafficked loop trail that features a river and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until November.

Willie White and Wills Canyon Loop Trail

Willie White and Wills Canyon Loop Trail is a 10.1-mile moderately trafficked loop trail that features a waterfall. The trail is rated as moderate and offers a number of activity options. Dogs are also able to use this trail.

Sierra Blanca at Ski Apache Trail 

Sierra Blanca at Ski Apache is a 5.4-mile out-and-back trail that is rated as moderate and offers a number of activity options.

Telephone Canyon, Miner's Road, Eagle Creek Loop

Telephone Canyon, Miner's Road, Eagle Creek Loop is a 6.1-mile moderately trafficked loop trail that is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and trail running and is accessible year-round.

Lookout Mountain Loop Trail

Lookout Mountain Loop is a 6.1-mile loop trail that features beautiful wildflowers. The trail is rated as moderate and primarily used for hiking, trail running, and downhill skiing.

Mills Canyon Trail to Monjeau Peak Trail

Mills Canyon Trail to Monjeau Peak is a 10.1-mile out-and-back trail that features beautiful wildflowers. The trail is rated as moderate and primarily used for hiking and trail running.

Dry Mills Trail

Dry Mills Trail is a 6.2 mile out and back trail located that is rated as moderate and primarily used for hiking, walking, and trail running.

Explore the best wildlife trails in Lincoln National Forest with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions, as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers, and nature lovers like you at AllTrails.com