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New Mexico
0.8 mi
Distance
313 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Santa Fe 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
Geist's Gap
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Geist's Gap is a short, accessible trail offering a quick desert hiking experience with modest elevation gain. This brief out-and-back route provides an excellent option for hikers seeking a quick workout or families looking for an easy afternoon adventure in New Mexico's high desert landscape.
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