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New Mexico
10.9 mi
Distance
770 ft
Gain
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Cdt
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The Continental Divide Trail (CDT) section through New Mexico offers a moderate day hike with steady elevation gain through high desert and forest terrain. This 10.93-mile segment showcases the iconic long-distance trail's diverse landscape as it traverses the spine of the continental divide, featuring expansive views and the solitude characteristic of this legendary route.
Cdt
~4 min drive
Scenic Continental Divide Trail segment with steady elevation gain and mountain views.
Vega Paz
~7 min drive
Easy 1.26-mile walk with minimal elevation gain near Vega Paz.
Yeso
~22 min drive
12.29-mile moderate hike through New Mexico's Yeso region with gentle elevation gain.
Rim Vista
~33 min drive
Moderate rim trail with steady climbing and expansive high-country views.
Cdt - New Mexico Section
~8 min drive
Moderate Continental Divide Trail section with steady climbing through New Mexico high country.
Hidden Lake
~8 min drive
Easy 2.43-mile hike to a scenic mountain lake with 355 ft elevation gain.
Cdt - New Mexico Section
~13 min drive
Tiny segment of the iconic Continental Divide Trail through New Mexico.
Cdt
~18 min drive
Challenging CDT section with high elevation gain and remote wilderness views.
Hopewell Lake Campground Road
~19 min drive
Easy campground access road walk near Hopewell Lake.
Cdt
~19 min drive
Short CDT segment with high desert views and minimal elevation gain.
