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New Mexico
4.8 mi
Distance
740 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Lincoln National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
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What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Grindstone Ridge
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Grindstone Ridge offers a moderately paced hike through New Mexico's high country with nearly 750 feet of elevation gain over less than 5 miles. This trail provides excellent views of the surrounding ridgeline and forest terrain, making it an ideal choice for hikers seeking a shorter outing with meaningful elevation challenge. The ridge setting typically offers expansive vistas and cooler temperatures compared to lower elevation trails in the region.
Grindstone Connector Trail
~0 min drive
Steep 2.7-mile connector with 1,000 ft gain linking to Grindstone trail system.
Grindstone Canyon Loop
~2 min drive
12-mile moderate loop through scenic canyon terrain with 1,600 ft elevation gain.
Lower Raven
~5 min drive
Moderate 4.34-mile hike with 685 ft gain near Lower Raven.
Fitness Trail
~5 min drive
Quick 1.3-mile fitness loop with 350 ft elevation gain.
Grindstone Canyon Loop Trail
~1 min drive
Scenic 2.1-mile canyon loop with 895 ft elevation gain near Grindstone Canyon.
Grindstone Trail (Mine Cany)
~2 min drive
Moderate 7.6-mile canyon trail with 1,331 ft gain through piñon-juniper forest.
Miner's Road
~13 min drive
Steady 5.58-mile climb on historic mining road with 2,510 ft elevation gain.
Upper Cedar Creek
~6 min drive
Easy 2.3-mile creek-side walk through northern New Mexico forest.
Fisherman's Trail
~1 min drive
Easy riverside walk with minimal elevation gain near Fisherman's Trail.
Upper Raven
~5 min drive
Moderate 7-mile climb with 1,067 ft gain in Upper Raven area.