Gilman Tunnels. Courtesy/SFNF

SFNF News:

SANTA FE — The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) Jemez Ranger District is in the process of reopening roads and recreation sites. Several factors are considered when determining whether to open a site, including state and local health and safety guidelines, seasonal availability and facility conditions, and local weather forecast. “We understand that SFNF lands are important to local communities and visitors for recreation and enjoyment, and we are working to reopen areas as conditions allow,” SFNF Jemez District Ranger Jeremy Golston said.

List of openings and closures in the Jemez Ranger District

• March 31: Forest Road 10 Corridor open
• April 11: All other District roads open including Forest Road 376 from New Mexico State Road 126 to the Gilman Tunnels

• May 2: Gilman Tunnels open
  • A closure order is currently in effect to conduct a rock stabilization project. As a result, the Gilman Tunnels are closed to all traffic, including motorized, non-motorized, and foot traffic until May 2, 2025.

• July 1: Forest Road 376 from its junction with NM State Road 126 north to its terminus at the San Antonio Hot Springs Trailhead open
  • The area will be closed to motorized traffic March 3, 2025, through July 1, 2025.

Non-motorized use is permitted for hikers and bicyclists interested in using the road as an access point to San Antonio Canyon.

Current road and recreation site information is available on the Santa Fe National Forest website or call the Jemez Ranger District at 575.829.3535. Follow our social media pages, Facebook and X, for all updates.

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