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New Mexico
5.5 mi
Distance
1,526 ft
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Why you'll love it
Scout
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Scout Trail is a moderate 5.55-mile hike offering a solid workout with nearly 1,500 feet of elevation gain through New Mexico's diverse terrain. This trail provides a rewarding balance of distance and vertical challenge, making it ideal for hikers looking to build endurance without committing to a full day expedition. The route showcases typical high desert and piñon-juniper forest characteristics of the Scout area.
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Lower Nambe
~13 min drive
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