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New Mexico
8.2 mi
Distance
1,319 ft
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Pajarito
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The Pajarito Trail offers a moderate 8-mile journey through the foothills of northern New Mexico with steady elevation gain rewarding hikers with expansive views of the surrounding landscape. This well-established trail traverses mixed conifer and aspen forest typical of the region, providing a good balance of challenge and accessibility for intermediate hikers. The trail's name, meaning 'little bird' in Spanish, reflects the rich wildlife habitat found along this popular local route.
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