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New Mexico
1.6 mi
Distance
789 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
Middle Fork Trail (24)
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Middle Fork Trail is a short, steep climb through forested terrain in the New Mexico backcountry. This 1.57-mile trail gains nearly 800 feet of elevation, making it an invigorating workout despite its modest distance. The trail offers a rewarding escape into the mountains with dense forest cover and a genuine sense of accomplishment for the effort required.
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~1 min drive
Moderate creek-side climb in the Sangre de Cristos with 1,860 ft elevation gain.
Bear Mountain
~2 min drive
Moderate 6.72-mile hike with 2,740 ft gain to Bear Mountain summit.
Comales Trail (22)
~4 min drive
Easy 3.9-mile trail with minimal elevation gain, perfect for beginners.
Meadow Loop
~12 min drive
Easy 1-mile meadow loop with gentle terrain and scenic grassland views.
Indian Lake
~9 min drive
Moderate 5.86-mile alpine lake hike with 1,977 ft elevation gain.
Middle Fork Santa Barbara
~2 min drive
Long backcountry trek through Santa Barbara drainage with significant elevation gain.
Serpent Lake Trail (19)
~11 min drive
Steep alpine climb to scenic mountain lake with 1,500 ft elevation gain.
Hidden Loop
~12 min drive
Easy 1-mile loop with minimal elevation gain, perfect for casual hikers.
Flechado Canyon
~10 min drive
Moderate canyon hike with 2,000 ft gain through scenic New Mexico drainage.
East Fork Santa Barbara
~8 min drive
Moderate 9.17-mile hike through Santa Barbara drainage with creek crossings.
