Rift Valley Trail
Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, Taos County, NM
Loop trail in Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, Taos County, NM. Mountain biking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 10.1 mi (16.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 774 ft (236 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 50 min
- High point
- 7,001 ft (2,134 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Loop
Along the way
- Trailhead: Rift Valley Trailhead 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Rift Valley Trail
How long is Rift Valley Trail?
Rift Valley Trail is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 50 min. It climbs 774 ft (236 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,001 ft (2,134 m).
How hard is Rift Valley Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Rift Valley Trail?
1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Rift Valley Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Rift Valley Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Rift Valley Trail?
Best for Mountain biking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Rift Valley 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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