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New Mexico
1.6 mi
Distance
242 ft
Gain
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Gear Grinder
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Gear Grinder is a short, accessible trail perfect for hikers seeking a quick outdoor escape in New Mexico. With modest elevation gain and under two miles of distance, this trail offers an ideal warm-up hike or family-friendly outing. The trail's name suggests mechanical or grinding terrain features typical of New Mexico's diverse landscape.
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