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New Mexico
3.7 mi
Distance
1,393 ft
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Skull Springs
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Skull Springs is a moderate 3.72-mile trail featuring nearly 1,400 feet of elevation gain through New Mexico's high desert terrain. This out-and-back hike rewards hikers with access to a natural spring in a scenic canyon setting, offering respite and reliable water in an otherwise arid landscape. The trail combines steady climbing with desert flora and geological interest typical of New Mexico's interior regions.
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