Spatter Cones

New Mexico

New Mexico

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1.6 mi

Distance

31 ft

Gain

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Quick trip — under 2 mi
Out & back

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Spatter Cones

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Elevation & route

Distance
1.6 mi
Elevation gain
31 ft
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Managing agency
National Park Service

About this trail

Spatter Cones is a 3.12-mile out-and-back trail in New Mexico managed by the National Park Service. The trail gains 31 feet of elevation.

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El Morro RV Park & Cabins

Hiking business nearby (~28 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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Pie Town RV Park

Hiking business nearby (~43 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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