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New Mexico
3.5 mi
Distance
2,383 ft
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Doherty Ridge Trail
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Doherty Ridge Trail is a moderately challenging ascent offering significant elevation gain over a relatively short distance, making it an excellent workout for hikers seeking mountain views and ridge-top scenery. The trail climbs steadily through mixed conifer forest typical of New Mexico's higher elevations, with the ridge location promising expansive vistas of the surrounding landscape. This is a popular choice for hikers looking to gain elevation efficiently while experiencing the transition zones between forest and alpine terrain.
Phantom
~4 min drive
Short New Mexico hike with steady elevation gain and desert views.
Doherty Ridge
~4 min drive
Moderate ridge hike through New Mexico high country with steady forest and open views.
Sander's Ridge
~5 min drive
Steep 4-mile ridge climb with 2,166 ft gain and panoramic views.
Bluefront Trail
~8 min drive
Moderate 5.16-mile New Mexico trail with 779 ft elevation gain.
Clear Water
~4 min drive
Easy 2.58-mile hike with 629 ft elevation gain near Clear Water.
Water Canyon
~7 min drive
Moderate 7-mile canyon hike with 2,651 ft elevation gain near Water Canyon, NM.
Aspen
~6 min drive
Moderate alpine hike through aspen forest with significant elevation gain.
Tortolita Canyon Trail
~9 min drive
Moderate 9-mile canyon hike with 2,385 ft elevation gain in the Tortolita Mountains.
Cut Across
~5 min drive
Quick 1.6-mile high desert trail with steady elevation gain.
Big Bonito
~7 min drive
Moderate 9.2-mile climb through New Mexico high country with 1,885 ft elevation gain.
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