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New Mexico
8.4 mi
Distance
696 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Carson National Forest
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What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Buena Suerte
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Buena Suerte is a moderate 8.41-mile trail offering a rewarding day hike through New Mexico's high desert landscape. With nearly 700 feet of elevation gain spread across the distance, this trail provides a steady climb with manageable grades, making it accessible to hikers with moderate fitness levels. The trail showcases the region's characteristic piñon-juniper forest and open vistas typical of central New Mexico.
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