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New Mexico
7.4 mi
Distance
2,734 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Lincoln National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Seven Cabins
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Seven Cabins is a moderately challenging mountain trail that climbs through forested terrain with significant elevation gain, offering hikers a rewarding workout in the New Mexico backcountry. The trail's name references historic cabin structures that reflect the region's mining and settlement heritage. This out-and-back route provides excellent opportunities to experience the transition between lower piñon-juniper forests and higher elevation mixed conifer zones.
North Base
~1 min drive
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Copeland Canyon
~2 min drive
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Pierce Canyon Trail
~4 min drive
Moderate 5.58-mile canyon hike with steady elevation gain and scenic walls.
Capitan Peak
~5 min drive
Steep 4.6-mile climb to Capitan Peak summit with 3,042 ft elevation gain.
Summit
~6 min drive
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Pierce Alternate Trail
~6 min drive
Easy 1.6-mile alternate route with minimal elevation gain.
North Base Trail
~6 min drive
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Thorium Canyon
~17 min drive
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Pancho Canyon
~9 min drive
Moderately challenging 7-mile canyon hike with 2,876 ft elevation gain.
Mitt and Bar
~8 min drive
Easy 2-mile New Mexico trail with 255 ft elevation gain.