Turquoise Trail Campground
Hiking business nearby (~10 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet
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New Mexico
1.0 mi
Distance
7,820 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Cibola National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Drop In
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Drop In is an exceptionally steep and challenging alpine ascent that gains nearly 8,000 feet over less than a mile, making it one of New Mexico's most intense elevation experiences. This expert-level trail demands excellent fitness, scrambling ability, and mountain experience, with relentless grade and significant exposure throughout. The dramatic elevation profile and alpine terrain make this a bucket-list climb for experienced mountaineers seeking a serious New Mexico challenge.
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Turquoise Trail Campground
Hiking business nearby (~10 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet