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New Mexico
5.5 mi
Distance
711 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Santa Fe National Forest
3 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
Palomas
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The Palomas Trail is a moderate 5.5-mile out-and-back hike offering a pleasant day outing through New Mexico's high desert landscape. With over 700 feet of elevation gain, this trail provides a good cardiovascular workout while rewarding hikers with expansive views typical of the region's open terrain and mesas.
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