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New Mexico
5.0 mi
Distance
671 ft
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Why you'll love it
Saddleback
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Saddleback is a scenic 5-mile round-trip hike offering moderate elevation gain with rewarding views of the surrounding landscape. This trail features a steady climb through mixed terrain typical of New Mexico's high desert and forest transition zones. The route culminates near a saddle point, providing excellent vistas and a natural turnaround point for day hikers.
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