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New Mexico
6.5 mi
Distance
986 ft
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Continental Divide Trail
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This 6.5-mile section of the iconic Continental Divide Trail offers moderate hiking through New Mexico's high country with nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain. Hikers traverse the spine of the continent along ridgelines and through mixed conifer forests, experiencing the dramatic landscape that defines this legendary long-distance route. The trail provides excellent opportunities to experience the Continental Divide's ecological transition zones and expansive views of surrounding peaks.
Continental Divide Trail
~5 min drive
Moderately challenging Continental Divide Trail segment with significant elevation gain.
Big Tree
~7 min drive
Easy 2.78-mile loop with minimal elevation gain near Big Tree.
Fs Nursery Rd.
~7 min drive
Easy 4.6-mile forest service road walk with minimal elevation gain.
Woodhaul Wagon Road
~5 min drive
Moderate 8.62-mile wagon road with 761 ft elevation gain through high desert terrain.
Cornell Ranch
~7 min drive
Easy 2-mile loop with 249 ft gain near Cornell Ranch.
Fence Line
~11 min drive
Moderate 5-mile ridgeline loop with steady climbing and high desert views.
Bear Canyon Trail
~5 min drive
Moderate 3.48-mile canyon hike with 542 ft elevation gain near Bear Canyon.
Waterhole
~9 min drive
Easy 2.1-mile desert walk with minimal elevation gain.
Twin Sisters Cr.
~12 min drive
Easy 3.2-mile creek-side hike with 244 ft elevation gain.
Signal Peak Trail #742
~5 min drive
Steep 2.28-mile alpine climb with 2,120 ft gain to Signal Peak summit.