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New Mexico
1.8 mi
Distance
956 ft
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Viewpoint Loop Trail
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The Viewpoint Loop Trail offers a scenic 1.75-mile circuit with nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain, rewarding hikers with panoramic vistas of the surrounding New Mexico landscape. This moderately steep loop features well-defined switchbacks and steady climbing that culminates at elevated viewpoints showcasing the region's distinctive terrain. The trail combines accessible distance with meaningful elevation challenge, making it ideal for hikers seeking mountain views without committing to a full-day adventure.
Pecos National Historical Park
~47 min drive
<p>From wagon ruts to trading posts, remnants of the historical Santa Fe Trail can still be seen at Pecos National Historical Park. Settlers and travelers riding the trail between Santa Fe, NM and Independence, MO passed right by the remnants of Pecos Pueblo. Long before Europ…
Los Triegos Loop
~43 min drive
Moderate 5.22-mile loop with 1,119 ft gain through New Mexico high desert.
Na-Na-Ka
~54 min drive
Moderate 7-mile day hike with 1,200 ft elevation gain in New Mexico.
Hermits Ridge
~1h 1m drive
Steep 1.8-mile ridge climb with nearly 1,000 ft elevation gain.
Skyline Trail (251)
~1h 5m drive
Challenging 57.6-mile ridge traverse with 4,685 ft elevation gain.
Las Dispensas
~54 min drive
Moderate 3.1-mile hike with 723 ft gain through piñon-juniper forest.
Hermits Peak
~54 min drive
Challenging 17.86-mile summit hike with 3,513 ft gain in the Sangre de Cristos.
Blue Bell
~1h 4m drive
Easy 1.4-mile walk with minimal elevation gain near Blue Bell.
Picacho Peak Trail
~1h 14m drive
Steep 1.75-mile desert peak with 1,604 ft elevation gain and summit views.
Hollinger
~1h drive
A 4-mile forest hike with 900 ft gain near Hollinger, New Mexico.
