Park · Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, New Mexico

Best hikes in Rio Grande del Norte National Monument

The 30 best of 47 trails in Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, New Mexico, ranked by route quality.

Trails
47
Easy
30
Moderate
14
Hard
2
Expert
1

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Top trails

  1. John Dunn Trail Easy · 4.2 mi (6.7 km) · Elevation Gain 108 ft (33 m) · 1 hr 25 min
  2. Anthony S. Armijo Trail Easy · 3.8 mi (6.1 km) · Elevation Gain 164 ft (50 m) · 1 hr 20 min
  3. East Rim Trail Moderate · 11.3 mi (18.2 km) · Elevation Gain 351 ft (107 m) · 3 hr 50 min
  4. West Rim Trail Moderate · 6.9 mi (11.1 km) · Elevation Gain 456 ft (139 m) · 2 hr 25 min
  5. East Rim Trail - South Trail Easy · 3.8 mi (6.1 km) · Elevation Gain 282 ft (86 m) · 1 hr 20 min
  6. East Rim Trail Moderate · 8.9 mi (14.3 km) · Elevation Gain 531 ft (162 m) · 3 hr 10 min
  7. La Junta Trail Moderate · 2 mi (3.2 km) · Elevation Gain 650 ft (198 m) · 1 hr
  8. West Rim Trail Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km) · Elevation Gain 233 ft (71 m) · 30 min
  9. Rio Bravos Trail Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km) · Elevation Gain 20 ft (6 m) · 10 min
  10. Guadalupe Mountain Trail Moderate · 3 mi (4.8 km) · Elevation Gain 741 ft (226 m) · 1 hr 20 min
  11. Vista Verde Trail Easy · 2.3 mi (3.7 km) · Elevation Gain 197 ft (60 m) · 50 min
  12. La Senda Del Medio Trail Moderate · 4.7 mi (7.5 km) · Elevation Gain 522 ft (159 m) · 1 hr 45 min
  13. Dead Cholla Trail Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km) · Elevation Gain 79 ft (24 m) · 10 min
  14. Arsenic Connector Easy · 1.7 mi (2.7 km) · Elevation Gain 56 ft (17 m) · 35 min
  15. Guadalupe Trail Easy · 1.5 mi (2.4 km) · Elevation Gain 141 ft (43 m) · 35 min
  16. La Gijosa Trail Easy · 2.4 mi (3.9 km) · Elevation Gain 128 ft (39 m) · 50 min
  17. Razor Blades Trail Easy · 0.5 mi (0.9 km) · Elevation Gain 262 ft (80 m) · 20 min
  18. Horsethief Loop Hard · 8.5 mi (13.7 km) · Elevation Gain 653 ft (199 m) · 3 hr 5 min
  19. Sediment Trail Easy · 2.3 mi (3.7 km) · Elevation Gain 200 ft (61 m) · 50 min
  20. Sunshine Trail Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km) · Elevation Gain 115 ft (35 m) · 10 min
  21. West Rim Trail Moderate · 5.5 mi (8.9 km) · Elevation Gain 236 ft (72 m) · 1 hr 55 min
  22. El Aguaje Trail Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km) · Elevation Gain 535 ft (163 m) · 35 min
  23. Black Rock Spring Trail Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km) · Elevation Gain 72 ft (22 m) · 10 min
  24. Las Vistas de Questa Trail Hard · 12.3 mi (19.7 km) · Elevation Gain 1,512 ft (461 m) · 4 hr 45 min
  25. Ute Mountain Trail Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km) · Elevation Gain 33 ft (10 m) · 15 min
  26. VC to Hatchery Trail Moderate · 3.6 mi (5.8 km) · Elevation Gain 735 ft (224 m) · 1 hr 30 min
  27. Red River Fault Loop Trail Easy · 3.8 mi (6 km) · Elevation Gain 259 ft (79 m) · 1 hr 20 min
  28. Petaca Point Trail Moderate · 7.7 mi (12.4 km) · Elevation Gain 335 ft (102 m) · 2 hr 40 min
  29. River Trail Moderate · 4 mi (6.5 km) · Elevation Gain 522 ft (159 m) · 1 hr 35 min
  30. West Rim Trail Easy · 1.5 mi (2.3 km) · Elevation Gain 33 ft (10 m) · 30 min

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Questions about Rio Grande del Norte National Monument

How many trails are in Rio Grande del Norte National Monument?

GoTrails lists 47 trails in Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, New Mexico: 30 easy, 14 moderate and 3 hard or expert.

What are the best hikes in Rio Grande del Norte National Monument?

Top picks on GoTrails: John Dunn Trail, Anthony S. Armijo Trail, East Rim Trail, West Rim Trail, and East Rim Trail - South Trail.

What are some easy hikes in Rio Grande del Norte National Monument?

Easy picks: John Dunn Trail, Anthony S. Armijo Trail, East Rim Trail - South Trail, West Rim Trail, and Rio Bravos Trail.

What are the hardest hikes in Rio Grande del Norte National Monument?

For a challenge: Horsethief Loop and Las Vistas de Questa Trail.

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