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New Mexico
10.5 mi
Distance
4,148 ft
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Why you'll love it
North Crest Trail
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The North Crest Trail is a challenging high-elevation route that rewards hikers with expansive views and significant vertical gain. This 10.5-mile trek traverses alpine and subalpine terrain, offering a demanding but scenic experience through New Mexico's mountainous landscape. The substantial elevation gain of over 4,000 feet makes this a serious undertaking best suited for experienced hikers seeking solitude and mountain vistas.
Kiwanis Meadow Road
~0 min drive
Easy 1-mile meadow walk with minimal elevation gain.
Switchback
~0 min drive
A moderate 3.17-mile hike with switchbacks and 471 ft elevation gain.
Crest House Spur Trail
~0 min drive
Steep 0.33-mile spur with 711 ft gain; quick high-altitude climb.
Challenge
~1 min drive
Moderately strenuous 12.69-mile loop with steady elevation gain through high country.
Survey
~1 min drive
Easy 1.2-mile hike with 293 ft elevation gain near Survey, NM.
Osha Loop
~2 min drive
Moderate 5.5-mile loop with 976 ft gain through mixed forest terrain.
Kiwanis Cabin Trail
~1 min drive
Steep half-mile climb to a historic mountain cabin with excellent views.
La Luz
~3 min drive
Steep Sandia Mountain climb with 4,200 ft gain and commanding regional views.
Rocky Point
~1 min drive
Short, scenic 1.55-mile hike with 408 ft elevation gain near Rocky Point.
Chimney Canyon Trail
~1 min drive
Short canyon walk with minimal elevation gain, ideal for families.
