Turquoise Trail Campground
Hiking business nearby (~10 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet
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New Mexico
0.1 mi
Distance
7,688 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Cibola National Forest
2 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
Trail System
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This extremely steep trail system offers an intense elevation challenge in a compact distance, gaining nearly 7,700 feet over just 0.11 miles. This is an exceptionally demanding route suited only for experienced hikers seeking a strenuous workout, likely featuring switchbacks or direct ascent through rugged New Mexico terrain. The dramatic elevation profile makes this more of a fitness test than a traditional hiking experience.
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Turquoise Trail Campground
Hiking business nearby (~10 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet