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New Mexico
8.3 mi
Distance
1,594 ft
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Continental Divide Trail
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The Continental Divide Trail in New Mexico offers a moderate alpine hiking experience along one of North America's most iconic ridgelines. This 8.28-mile section traverses high-elevation terrain with significant elevation gain, providing expansive views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. Hikers can expect a well-defined trail with steady climbing through subalpine forest and open ridge sections.
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~6 min drive
Moderate CDT section through New Mexico's high country with significant elevation gain.
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Flying V
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Easy 4-mile loop with minimal elevation gain, perfect for casual hikers.
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Moderate alpine hike along the Continental Divide with significant elevation gain and expansive ridge views.
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Moderate 7.71-mile hike with 1,310 ft gain through New Mexico high desert.
Cdt - New Mexico Section
~10 min drive
Brief CDT segment in New Mexico's high desert and mountain terrain.
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~10 min drive
Moderate alpine hike along the Continental Divide with 1,878 ft elevation gain.
Cdt - New Mexico Section
~13 min drive
Challenging CDT section with extreme elevation gain through alpine terrain.
Cdt
~21 min drive
Accessible Continental Divide Trail section with gentle desert-forest terrain.
Cdt Jmjgr
~27 min drive
Brief 0.11-mile walk through New Mexico terrain.