River 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
- 4 mi (6.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 522 ft (159 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 35 min
- High point
- 6,991 ft (2,131 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Campsite 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about River Trail
How long is River Trail?
River Trail is 4 mi (6.5 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 35 min. It climbs 522 ft (159 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,991 ft (2,131 m).
How hard is River Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for River Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on River Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 1.6 mi (2.6 km).
Is River Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (22% under trees).
What can you do on River Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for River 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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- Big Arsenic Trail Rio Grande del Norte National Monument · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- El Aguaje Trail Rio Grande del Norte National Monument · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Wild Rivers Back Country Scenic Byway Rio Grande del Norte National Monument · Moderate · 11.2 mi (18 km)
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