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New Mexico
9.8 mi
Distance
1,553 ft
Gain
Agency alerts are in effect for this area; weather is good
2 factors · 2 sources
Newest 23 h ago · oldest 28 d
caution: Agency alerts
8 active alerts in Lincoln National Forest; most severe: Occupancy and Use Prohibitions
USFS28 d ago
clear: Weather
Clear, high 64°F / low 53°F, 0% precip — 100/100 for hike
OpenWeather23 h ago
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Why you'll love it
Rim Trail
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The Rim Trail offers stunning panoramic views along an elevated plateau with moderate elevation gain spread across nearly 10 miles of scenic hiking. This trail showcases the distinctive high desert landscape of New Mexico with expansive vistas, piñon-juniper forest sections, and dramatic rim geology. The well-established path provides an excellent opportunity to experience the region's natural beauty while enjoying a full day of hiking.
Road Canyon
~1 min drive
Easy 3.2-mile canyon walk with minimal elevation gain.
Apache Point Observatory Road
~1 min drive
Easy road walk to Apache Point Observatory with mountain views.
Road Cyn Alt
~1 min drive
Easy 2.6-mile canyon walk with minimal elevation gain.
Upper Wills Cyn
~4 min drive
Moderate canyon hike with steady elevation gain and scenic New Mexico geology.
Cathey Cyn
~4 min drive
Easy 3.4-mile canyon hike with 482 ft elevation gain.
Rim Trail
~1 min drive
Scenic rim-edge hike with panoramic views and steady elevation gain.
Sunspot
~2 min drive
Easy 2.8-mile forest hike with gentle elevation gain near Sunspot.
Apple Tree Cyn
~10 min drive
Moderate 8.2-mile canyon hike with 1,975 ft elevation gain in New Mexico.
Gobbler Knob
~5 min drive
Moderate 5.4-mile hike with 657 ft elevation gain to scenic Gobbler Knob summit.
Rim Trail (105)
~3 min drive
Easy rim walk with scenic vistas, ideal for a quick outing.
