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New Mexico
24.4 mi
Distance
3,408 ft
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Elliot Barker
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The Elliot Barker Trail is a challenging high-country trek through the Pecos Wilderness, offering a rewarding backcountry experience for experienced hikers. This nearly 24-mile route traverses remote alpine and subalpine terrain with significant elevation gain, providing expansive views of the northern New Mexico mountains and pristine wilderness solitude.
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