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New Mexico
5.1 mi
Distance
1,038 ft
Gain
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Foothills Trail
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The Foothills Trail offers an accessible moderate hike through New Mexico's scenic foothills with steady elevation gain and rewarding views of the surrounding landscape. This 5-mile route combines gentle terrain with consistent climbing, making it ideal for hikers building endurance or seeking a half-day adventure. The trail showcases typical high desert vegetation and provides excellent opportunities to experience the region's natural beauty.
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Steep 1.62-mile Sandia foothills connector with 575 ft elevation gain.
Piedra Lisa Canyon Trail
~2 min drive
Steep canyon climb with 663 ft gain in under a mile.
Mano Eye of the Sandias Link
~2 min drive
Steep quarter-mile connector to Mano Eye rock formation with big elevation gains.
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