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New Mexico
0.3 mi
Distance
220 ft
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Perimeter Traverse
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The Perimeter Traverse is a short, accessible loop that circles a defined area with steady elevation gain packed into less than half a mile. This quick but challenging climb offers efficient vertical relief and is ideal for hikers seeking a brief but intense workout or those with limited time.
American Springs (North)
~0 min drive
Quick 0.17-mile trail with 141 ft elevation gain near American Springs.
Valle
~1 min drive
Moderate 6-mile climb through piñon-juniper forest with steady elevation gain.
Water Canyon
~2 min drive
Moderate canyon hike with steady elevation gain and scenic desert views.
Los Alamos Canyon
~5 min drive
Scenic 2.67-mile canyon hike with 487 ft elevation gain near Los Alamos.
Rim Run
~0 min drive
Quick rim-country climb with steady elevation gain and desert views.
Pajarito Canyon
~2 min drive
Moderate 7.69-mile canyon hike with 2,640 ft elevation gain near Pajarito.
Perimeter Traverse
~0 min drive
Easy, short loop trail with minimal elevation gain.
American Springs
~1 min drive
Easy, short walk to American Springs with minimal elevation gain.
Perimeter South
~1 min drive
Easy 0.81-mile loop with minimal elevation gain near Perimeter South.
American Springs (East)
~1 min drive
Easy 1.2-mile trail with 388 ft gain near American Springs.
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