| Sweep across parts of Philmont’s mountainous South Country in this adventure-filled trek. Start your trek at the Zastrow
trailhead to begin your hike along the Rayado River. Take a moment to visit the New Mexican homestead at Abreu and grab a
root beer before heading to Old Abreu camp for continued training from your ranger. Your first full day on the trail will have you
ascending through the Rayado Canyon. It is a beautiful hike that you will never forget…the views are grand and the landscape
is beautiful. You will stay at Fish Camp for the night, which was one of Waite Phillips’ favorite places on the ranch. Learn to tie
flies, fish, and get a glimpse of the historical cabins at the confluence of the Agua Fria and Rayado Creeks. Make your way
over Webster Pass towards Lower Bonito Camp. From “LoBo”, you can easily side hike Trail Peak. You can visit the site of
the B-24 crash and pay respect to the servicemen that were on board the plane that fateful night that it crashed. Your next
morning will take you to Miners Park, but first you will pass through Crater Lake. Take a pit stop here and learn how to use a
crosscut saw or a broadaxe from the Loggers of the Continental Tie & Lumber Co. Miners Park will be an exciting stop to learn
rock climbing and rappelling skills. The program is exciting and the view from the climbing area is tremendous as well! While
you are at Miners, see if you can beat the crate stacking record for the day as well! Your final full day on the trail brings you to
Stockade Ridge, just below the base of the Tooth of Time. You’ll be climbing that monolithic molar in the morning, so get your
rest and prepare for a challenging hike! Once upon the top of the Tooth of Time, the 360-degree panoramic views will be a
breathtaking sight to behold. Reflect on your trek and the many challenges you have overcome, then make your way down the
winding trail to base camp. You all made it! |
2024 Trek 7-10 