Getting to Skeleton Ridge Trailhead: Exit 115 off I-25 onto NM-107. At MM 15 look for the turnoff onto a signed FR-478. Take FR-478 to FR-86 to FR-332 to FR-332A, a total of 12.1 miles. A high-clearance vehicle is necessary for the last five miles or so.

The hike: Take trail 46 heading west. The trail is seldom used so expect to do some route finding as the trail fades in places. The trail will descend via switchbacks to San Juan saddle then ascend, switchbacking up. At about 1.6 miles from the TH leave the trail to gain the north ridge of Pinon Mtn. The highpoint is on a large rock outcrop. Fantastic views.