Turquoise Trail Campground
Hiking business nearby (~7 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet
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New Mexico
1.2 mi
Distance
1,627 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Cibola National Forest
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What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Old La Luz Trail
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Old La Luz Trail is a steep and challenging ascent gaining over 1,600 feet in just 1.2 miles, making it one of New Mexico's most intense short hikes. This relentless climb through the foothills offers dramatic elevation gain that tests cardiovascular fitness and leg strength. The trail provides rewarding views of the surrounding landscape and access to higher elevations in a compact distance.
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~3 min drive
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~3 min drive
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~1 min drive
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~3 min drive
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Turquoise Trail Campground
Hiking business nearby (~7 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet