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New Mexico
5.9 mi
Distance
359 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Carson National Forest
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Cdt Old
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CDT Old is a moderate 5.88-mile segment of New Mexico's portion of the Continental Divide Trail, offering hikers a chance to experience this iconic long-distance route. The trail traverses high desert and mixed conifer terrain with modest elevation gain, making it accessible for those wanting to sample the CDT experience. This section provides scenic views of the surrounding ridges and forest landscape typical of New Mexico's continental divide region.
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