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New Mexico
7.0 mi
Distance
2,876 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Lincoln National Forest
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Pancho Canyon
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Pancho Canyon offers a moderately challenging 7-mile round trip through New Mexico's high desert terrain with nearly 2,900 feet of elevation gain. This canyon hike showcases the region's dramatic geology and provides excellent views of the surrounding landscape as you ascend through varied terrain. The trail is well-suited for hikers seeking a solid workout with rewarding vistas and the solitude typical of New Mexico's backcountry.
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