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New Mexico
11.8 mi
Distance
1,778 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Santa Fe National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Dome
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Dome Trail is an 11.82-mile moderate-to-challenging hike featuring nearly 1,800 feet of elevation gain through New Mexico's high desert terrain. This out-and-back route ascends toward a prominent dome formation, offering expansive views of the surrounding landscape as you climb. The trail combines steady elevation gain with typical high desert conditions, making it a rewarding full-day adventure for hikers seeking solitude and panoramic vistas.
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