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Top trails in New Mexico (5)

Taos SP
Hard
Wheeler Peak via Williams Lake

New Mexico's highest peak. 6 mi with about 3,100 ft of elevation gain. This is a challenging hike with real elevation and exposure in places; start early, pack layers, and check current trail conditions before you go.

Distance:
7.6 mi
Gain:
3,100 ft
Type:
Out & Back
Ghost Ranch
Moderate
Kitchen Mesa Trail

Climbs the mesa Georgia O'Keeffe painted. 5 mi with about 600 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.

Distance:
3.5 mi
Gain:
600 ft
Type:
Out & Back
Cibola NF
Strenuous
La Luz Trail

Sandia Mountains classic up the west face. 4 mi with about 3,800 ft of elevation gain. Treat this as a full alpine day: pre-dawn start, extra food and water, navigation tools, and a weather check the morning of are non-negotiable.

Distance:
15.4 mi
Gain:
3,800 ft
Type:
Out & Back
White Sands NP
Hard
Alkali Flat Trail

Trackless gypsum dunes — follow the markers. 0 mi with about 100 ft of elevation gain. This is a challenging hike with real elevation and exposure in places; start early, pack layers, and check current trail conditions before you go.

Distance:
5.0 mi
Gain:
100 ft
Type:
Loop
Cochiti
Moderate
Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks

Slot canyon under volcanic 'tent' hoodoos. 0 mi with about 600 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.

Distance:
3.0 mi
Gain:
600 ft
Type:
Loop