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Burnt Mesa Trail
lupine
NPS Photo by Sally King
In late summer, wildflowers such as lupine and paintbrush often bloom in profusion on this trail.
The Burnt Mesa Trailhead is located less than .5 miles west of TA 49 on Highway 4. This easy trail is relatively flat and an excellent place to see summer wildflowers, birds, and butterflies. The 2.5 mile (one way)  trail traverses the mesas and ends at a steep drop-off into a side canyon of Frijoles Canyon.
 
burnt mesa trail
NPS Photo by Sally King
Burnt Mesa Trail is relatively flat with expansive views.
Western Pygmy Blue butterfly  

Did You Know?
Western Pygmy Blue butterflies are the smallest butterflies in North America. They have wingspans of just .5 to .6 inches.

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Last Updated: November 04, 2007 at 10:23 EST