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New Mexico
5.8 mi
Distance
195 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Lincoln National Forest
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What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Elk Cyn
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Elk Canyon offers a scenic moderate hike through New Mexico's diverse terrain, featuring a gentle climb through canyon woodland with potential wildlife viewing opportunities. The trail's modest elevation gain makes it accessible for most hikers while still providing rewarding canyon vistas and riparian features typical of the region.
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~25 min drive
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~19 min drive
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Wayland Cyn
~18 min drive
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