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New Mexico
0.5 mi
Distance
232 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Cibola National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
North Baldy Trail #8
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North Baldy Trail #8 is a short, steep ascent perfect for hikers seeking quick elevation gain and mountain views near the North Baldy peak area. This brief but challenging segment climbs through mixed conifer forest with significant elevation gain relative to its distance, making it an efficient route for those with limited time. The trail offers access to higher elevation terrain and is often used as a connector or final push to nearby summits.
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