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New Mexico
Pajarito Canyon Trail
0.5 mi
Distance
115 ft
Gain
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Inside Santa Fe National Forest
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 0.5 mi
- Elevation gain
- 115 ft
- Highest point
- 9,990 ft
- Lowest point
- 9,839 ft
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About this trail
Pajarito Canyon Trail is a short and accessible walk through a scenic canyon in the Pajarito Plateau region of New Mexico. With minimal elevation gain and less than half a mile of distance, this trail is perfect for families, casual hikers, or those looking for a quick nature outing. The trail likely features canyon walls, seasonal water features, and typical high-desert vegetation.
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