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New Mexico
2.6 mi
Distance
7 ft
Gain
Agency alerts are in effect for this area; weather is good
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Newest 14 h ago · oldest 15 d
caution: Agency alerts
8 active alerts in Lincoln National Forest; most severe: Occupancy and Use Prohibitions
USFS15 d ago
clear: Weather
Clouds, high 76°F / low 75°F, 0% precip — 95/100 for hike
OpenWeather14 h ago
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Why you'll love it
Road Cyn Alt
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Road Canyon Alternative is a short, easy walk through the scenic Road Canyon area of New Mexico. With minimal elevation gain and a modest 2.6-mile distance, this trail offers a leisurely hiking experience ideal for families and casual walkers. The route provides access to the natural features of Road Canyon with straightforward terrain.
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Sunspot
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Upper Wills Cyn
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Moderate canyon hike with steady elevation gain and scenic New Mexico geology.
Gobbler Knob
~4 min drive
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Rim Trail
~2 min drive
Scenic rim-edge hike with panoramic views and steady elevation gain.
Corral Cyn
~5 min drive
Easy 2.6-mile canyon hike with minimal elevation gain.
Hubbell Cyn
~8 min drive
Moderate 8.8-mile canyon hike with 1,624 ft elevation gain in New Mexico.
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Apache Point Observatory Road
~2 min drive
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