El Calderon Trail
El Malpais National Monument, Cibola County, NM
Out-and-back trail in El Malpais National Monument, Cibola County, NM. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 3.3 mi (5.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 249 ft (76 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 10 min
- High point
- 7,431 ft (2,265 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Cave: Junction Cave (no entry) 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint: lava caves (no entry) 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint: lava caves (no entry) 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint: El Calderon viewpoint 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Lava Trench 2.5 mi (4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about El Calderon Trail
How long is El Calderon Trail?
El Calderon Trail is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 10 min. It climbs 249 ft (76 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,431 ft (2,265 m).
How hard is El Calderon Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for El Calderon Trail?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: El Calderon parking.
Are there water and toilets on El Calderon Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is El Calderon Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on El Calderon Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Is this a good week for El Calderon 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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- Ice Cave Trail El Malpais National Monument · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.7 km)
- Bandera Loop Trail El Malpais National Monument · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Ember Trail El Malpais National Monument · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.2 km)
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