New Mexico · Hiking

Gambel Oak

2.2 mi
round trip
240 ft
climb
7,594 ft
high point
Out and back
route
Apr–Oct
best months

Is Gambel Oak open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Sandia Ranger District. It doesn't name Gambel Oak, so check the source for the area it covers (3 listed).

  • Area Closure for Recreation Residence Structures and Property at 91 Casa Loma Road

    Agency closure covering Sandia Ranger District · Order 03-03-05-26-14 · USFS · Sandia Ranger District

  • Area Closure for Recreation Residence Structures and Property at 69 Casa Loma Road

    Agency closure covering Sandia Ranger District · Order 03-03-05-26-13 · USFS · Sandia Ranger District

  • Area Closure for Sandia Crest “Switchback” Hazard Tree and Fuel Reduction Project

    Agency closure covering Sandia Ranger District · Order 03-03-05-26-02 · USFS · Sandia Ranger District

  • Sandia Ranger District Road & Area Closure for National Forest Road 462 Maintenance

    Agency alert covering Sandia Ranger District · Order 03-03-05-26-24 · USFS · Sandia Ranger District

  • Mountainair and Sandia Ranger Districts Stage 1 Fire Restriction Lifted

    Agency alert covering Sandia Ranger District · Order 03-03-00-26-20 · USFS · Sandia Ranger District

As of · Source: USFS · Sandia Ranger District. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Gambel Oak is an easy out-and-back hike in the Sandia Ranger District of Cibola National Forest in New Mexico, managed by the Forest Service. The route is about 4.4 miles long, with a total elevation gain of 240 feet, and it rises from a low point of 7,356 feet to a high of 7,594 feet. Spring and fall are the most comfortable times to go. Typical averages from the Sandia Park weather station, about 14 miles away, show May highs near 73°F and October highs near 65°F, while July and August average around 83°F. Several other hikes start close by, including Caida Del Pino at 0.2 miles and Pine Loop at 0.3 miles. Climbers can find Block Wall and Big Block about 2.8 miles away.

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