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New Mexico
3.5 mi
Distance
1,523 ft
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Kayser Mill
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Kayser Mill is a moderately challenging 3.47-mile trail featuring 1,523 feet of elevation gain through New Mexico's diverse terrain. This out-and-back or loop route takes hikers through forest and canyon landscapes with the historic Kayser Mill site as a focal point, offering a rewarding destination that justifies the steady climb. The trail provides good exercise with scenic views typical of the region's piñon-juniper and mixed conifer zones.
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