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New Mexico
North Bayo Bench Trail
1.2 mi
Distance
103 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Santa Fe National Forest
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North Bayo Bench Trail
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 1.2 mi
- Elevation gain
- 103 ft
- Highest point
- 7,242 ft
- Lowest point
- 7,138 ft
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About this trail
North Bayo Bench Trail is a short, accessible hike offering scenic views of the surrounding landscape with modest elevation gain. This easy trail is perfect for beginners or those seeking a quick outdoor excursion in the New Mexico high country. The bench terrain provides relatively gentle grades and straightforward navigation.
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