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New Mexico
5.0 mi
Distance
2,044 ft
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Rodamaker Canyon
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Rodamaker Canyon offers a moderately challenging 5-mile trek through New Mexico's high desert terrain, gaining over 2,000 feet of elevation. This canyon hike showcases the dramatic geological features typical of the region, with scenic rock formations and canyon walls that reveal layers of New Mexico's geological history. The steady elevation gain provides a rewarding workout for intermediate hikers seeking authentic southwestern canyon hiking.
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