Red Canyon Campground is the trailhead for the Red Canyon, Spruce Spring and Box Spring trails. There is a no-fee parking lot just in front of the Campground on the right. The restrooms are next to the parking lot. These trails are popular, especially those that connect to the Manzano Crest Trail. Perhaps the most popular option is to hike loop trail routes up to the Crest trail, along the Crest, and then back down. Red Canyon Trail to Manzano Peak is perhaps one of the best kept local hiking and backpacking secrets. A well-maintained trail up to and along the Crest trail to the peak. Beautiful views along the way, lots of shade, cool temps at altitude during the summer, Aspen groves, and superb views from the peak. Heading up Red Canyon, the last water in the summer is at the last Creek crossing about a mile from the trailhead. The Red Canyon trail grade starts low, but it's significant as it reaches the Crest... Averaging 20 percent... Higher near the Crest trail. There is a very small area to pitch tents near the peak, with a much larger area in the meadow at the Ox Canyon Trail junction. Ox Canyon connects with Box Spring Trail a little South of the Campground.