Views include Wheeler Peak and Sawmill Park. Tree species include spruce, fir, and aspen. Sawmill Park begins approximately 1.0 mile from the intersection of Trails 55 and 56. At approximately one mile the trail drops into the valley of the East Fork of the Red River and Trail #55 branches off to the left into the Sawmill Creek drainage. You will start on the East Fork Trail (#56). The wilderness users parking area is approximately 1¼ miles down this road. Please be respectful of the property owners by staying on the road. You will cross through some private land. Alternatively, you can drive across the bridge over the Red River and head southeast on Forest Road 58A. There is room for several cars to park, and you may begin your hike here, along Forest Road 58A. Go south until the pavement ends (approximately 6.4 miles). Going east through Red River, take the right fork at the east end of town (NM State Highway 578, Upper Red River Valley Road).
