Forest Road 56
Magdalena · New Mexico
4.2 mi
Distance
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Net Elevation
45 min
Est. Time
Peak Elevation
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Difficulty
Not Rated
4.2 mi
Distance
...
Net Elevation
45 min
Est. Time
...
Peak Elevation
Not Rated
Difficulty
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Weather outlook
ClearNo significant precipitation expected.
Little rain is indicated. Shaded or poorly drained sections may still be wet.
A few showers may pass through this week, which could leave shaded or low-lying sections tacky after rain.
Forecast window
Monday
a high near 54°F, little expected rain, 1% rain chance
Weather-based estimate. Always check local closures and posted trail conditions before riding.
Forecast data via Open-Meteo. Forecast date: .
About This Trail
Forest Road 56 is a 4.2-mile mountain bike trail near Magdalena, New Mexico. Listed stats: an estimated ride time of 45 min.
Mountain Biking in Magdalena
Magdalena is one of the mountain biking hubs in New Mexico, with mapped trail coverage on RidePal. Use Forest Road 56 as a starting point to compare nearby routes by distance, difficulty, surface, elevation profile, and ride time.
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Surface Quality
Barely Rideable
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Forest Road 56 FAQ
Where is Forest Road 56?
Forest Road 56 is a mountain bike trail near Magdalena, New Mexico. RidePal maps the route, trail stats, photos, reviews, and nearby rides for this area.
How difficult is Forest Road 56?
Forest Road 56 is 4.2 miles long, with a ground surface, with an estimated ride time of 45 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.
What is the weather outlook for Forest Road 56?
Weather forecast for 2026-11-12: No significant precipitation expected. Little rain is indicated. Shaded or poorly drained sections may still be wet. Weather-based estimate. Always check local closures and posted trail conditions before riding.
What other mountain bike trails are near Forest Road 56?
Nearby RidePal trail pages in Magdalena include Mesa Trail, Mesa Trail Loop, Forest Road 56, Hop Canyon Road, Forest Service Road 235B. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.
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