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New Mexico
1.8 mi
Distance
67 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Cdt - New Mexico Section
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This section of the Continental Divide Trail in New Mexico offers a manageable introduction to one of America's most iconic long-distance trails. With minimal elevation gain over less than two miles, this segment provides an accessible way to experience the CDT's high-desert landscape, featuring typical New Mexico terrain of piñon-juniper forest and open ridgelines with expansive views.
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