The La Cueva Non-Motorized Trail System covers approximately 2,200 acres and contains more than 15 miles of maintained trails. The non-motorized trails are conveniently located near the city limits of Carlsbad, and are primarily used by mountain bikers, hikers, and equestrians. The trails wind through the rolling limes
Free — you won’t need your pass here.
This site is free — no fee is charged, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
- Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
- Source Find on Recreation.gov ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.recreation.gov ↗
- Contact 575-234-5972
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for La Cueva Non-Motorized Trail System — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at La Cueva Non-Motorized Trail System?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — hiking is one of the listed activities at La Cueva Non-Motorized Trail System.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at La Cueva Non-Motorized Trail System. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.
Yes Can you watch wildlife or birds here?
Yes — La Cueva Non-Motorized Trail System is a spot for wildlife and bird watching. Keep your distance and never feed animals.
Yes Can you bring a dog?
Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.
Depends Are drones allowed?
Sometimes — often allowed away from wilderness and developed or crowded areas, with rules. Check locally before you fly.
Nearby sites
Carlsbad Field Office Recreational Caves
CheckThis Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
Fred Quivik / Public domain · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Reclamation Avalon Reservoir
CheckReclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.