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New Mexico
5.7 mi
Distance
1,270 ft
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Cdt - New Mexico Section
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This section of the Continental Divide Trail traverses New Mexico's high country, offering hikers a chance to walk one of America's most iconic long-distance routes. The trail gains over 1,200 feet through varied terrain typical of the CDT, featuring alpine meadows, coniferous forests, and expansive ridge views. This moderate segment showcases the rugged beauty of New Mexico's mountain landscape while providing a rewarding day hike or section of a longer CDT journey.
Continental Divide Trail
~6 min drive
Moderate alpine hike along the Continental Divide with 1,594 ft elevation gain.
Flying V
~37 min drive
Easy 4-mile loop with minimal elevation gain, perfect for casual hikers.
Jordan Canyon
~37 min drive
Moderate 8.6-mile canyon hike with 510 ft elevation gain near Jordan Canyon, NM.
Wilson Canyon
~38 min drive
Easy 1-mile canyon hike with minimal elevation gain near Wilson Canyon, NM.
Cdt - New Mexico Section
~6 min drive
Brief CDT segment in New Mexico's high desert and mountain terrain.
Sam Martin
~39 min drive
Moderate 7.71-mile hike with 1,310 ft gain through New Mexico high desert.
Apache Cr. Interp.
~40 min drive
Easy interpretive loop along Apache Creek with educational signage.
Continental Divide Trail
~7 min drive
Moderate alpine hike along the Continental Divide with 1,878 ft elevation gain.
Cdt - New Mexico Section
~19 min drive
Challenging CDT section with extreme elevation gain through alpine terrain.
Cdt Jmjgr
~22 min drive
Brief 0.11-mile walk through New Mexico terrain.