East Rim Trail
Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, Taos County, NM
Out-and-back trail in Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, Taos County, NM. Hiking.
- Distance
- 8.9 mi (14.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 531 ft (162 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 10 min
- High point
- 7,477 ft (2,279 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about East Rim Trail
How long is East Rim Trail?
East Rim Trail is 8.9 mi (14.3 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 10 min. It climbs 531 ft (162 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,477 ft (2,279 m).
How hard is East Rim Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is East Rim Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on East Rim Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: gravel.
Is this a good week for East Rim Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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