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New Mexico
0.8 mi
Distance
516 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
Water Canyon Road
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Water Canyon Road is a short, steep ascent through New Mexico's high desert terrain, gaining over 500 feet in less than a mile. This compact trail offers a quick workout with significant elevation change, making it ideal for hikers seeking an efficient climb with impressive vertical gain. The road-based route provides direct access to upper canyon country with potential views of surrounding ridges and desert landscape.
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