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New Mexico
4.2 mi
Distance
196 ft
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Cdt
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The CDT (Continental Divide Trail) section in New Mexico offers a accessible introduction to this iconic long-distance trail. This 4.19-mile segment features gentle elevation gain through high desert and forest terrain, providing hikers with authentic CDT experience without extreme difficulty. The trail showcases the diverse New Mexico landscape while remaining manageable for most fitness levels.
Cdt - New Mexico Section
~9 min drive
Challenging CDT section with extreme elevation gain through alpine terrain.
Jordan Canyon
~46 min drive
Moderate 8.6-mile canyon hike with 510 ft elevation gain near Jordan Canyon, NM.
Whitewater
~49 min drive
Steep 2.74-mile climb with 1,355 ft gain near Whitewater, NM.
Continental Divide Trail
~12 min drive
Accessible Continental Divide Trail segment with expansive high-country views.
Hughes Mill
~46 min drive
Moderate 8.93-mile hike with 2,210 ft gain near Hughes Mill.
Pueblo Ranch Road
~12 min drive
Easy, short road walk near Pueblo Ranch with minimal elevation gain.
Post
~47 min drive
Moderate 7.95-mile climb with 2,412 ft gain in Post, New Mexico.
Continental Divide Trail
~12 min drive
Alpine section of the Continental Divide Trail with steady elevation gain and expansive mountain views.
Coffee Pot
~48 min drive
Moderate 8.57-mile hike with 2,791 ft elevation gain near Coffee Pot.
Cdt - New Mexico Section
~17 min drive
Brief CDT segment showcasing New Mexico's high desert mountain terrain.
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