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New Mexico
18.8 mi
Distance
4,759 ft
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Why you'll love it
Rio Quemado
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Rio Quemado is a challenging high-altitude trail in northern New Mexico that rewards experienced hikers with significant elevation gain and remote wilderness experience. This nearly 19-mile route traverses the rugged terrain of the Rio Quemado drainage, offering solitude and expansive views of the surrounding mountain landscape. The trail's substantial elevation gain makes it a demanding but worthwhile adventure for well-prepared hikers.
Rio Medio
~2 min drive
Long, steep mountain trail with nearly 4,000 ft elevation gain in northern New Mexico.
Rito Quemado Trail (157)
~5 min drive
Short, easy foothills walk in northern New Mexico.
Jose Vigil
~8 min drive
Moderate 5.8-mile climb with 2,000 ft elevation gain in northern New Mexico.
East Baldy
~12 min drive
Steep 1.16-mile summit hike with 679 ft elevation gain.
Dome
~3 min drive
11.82-mile dome ascent with 1,778 ft gain and high desert views.
Winsor Trail (254)
~18 min drive
Steep, short forest climb near Santa Fe with significant elevation gain.
Panchuela West
~9 min drive
Steady 3-mile climb gaining over 1,000 feet in the northern New Mexico foothills.
Trailriders
~12 min drive
Easy 2.78-mile trail with 536 ft gain, ideal for beginners.
Rito Quemado
~3 min drive
Short piñon-juniper woodland walk in northern New Mexico.
Vigil Lake
~9 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with 1,178 ft elevation gain near Vigil Lake.
