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New Mexico
5.7 mi
Distance
823 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Gila National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Continental Divide Trail #74
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Continental Divide Trail #74 is a moderate 5.7-mile segment of New Mexico's iconic Continental Divide Trail, offering steady elevation gain through high desert and montane terrain. This section showcases the rugged spine of the Continental Divide with expansive views across multiple ridgelines and valleys. Hikers will experience the transition between ecosystems while traversing one of America's most renowned long-distance trails.
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