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New Mexico
8.6 mi
Distance
368 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Lincoln National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Lick Cyn
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Lick Canyon offers a moderately paced 8.6-mile round-trip hike through New Mexico's high desert terrain with modest elevation gain. This trail winds through a scenic canyon environment, providing hikers with a rewarding day hike that showcases the region's geological character and native vegetation. The relatively gentle grade makes it accessible for intermediate hikers seeking a half-day adventure.
Lick Ridge North Trail
~4 min drive
Short, steep foothills hike with steady elevation gain and ridge views.
Elk Cyn
~4 min drive
Moderate canyon hike with gentle elevation gain and wildlife viewing potential.
Monument Cyn
~8 min drive
Easy 1.8-mile canyon walk with minimal elevation gain.
Little Lewis Cyn
~15 min drive
Moderate 8-mile canyon hike with 1,300 ft elevation gain in northern New Mexico.
Long Canyon Trail (9652)
~4 min drive
Scenic 2.28-mile canyon hike with 629 ft elevation gain near Long Canyon.
Sacramento N.
~26 min drive
Easy 3-mile trail with gentle climbing in the Sacramento Mountains.
Thousand Mile Cyn
~21 min drive
Easy 2.8-mile canyon walk with minimal elevation gain.
Wayland Cyn
~16 min drive
Moderate 10-mile canyon hike with 1,792 ft elevation gain in New Mexico.
Scott Able Trail (126)
~15 min drive
Moderate 4.5-mile climb with 1,779 ft elevation gain through New Mexico forest.
Taylor Cyn
~27 min drive
Moderate 4-mile canyon hike with 1,323 ft elevation gain near Taylor Canyon.