Santa Fe Trail Scenic and Historic Byway
Otero County, CO
Point-to-point trail in Otero County, CO. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 182.3 mi (293.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 5,449 ft (1,661 m)
- Est. Time
- 61 hr 25 min
- High point
- 7,812 ft (2,381 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Along the way
- Attraction: Steam Locomotive 1819 32.3 mi (51.9 km) from start
- Attraction: Windmill Blade 32.3 mi (51.9 km) from start
- Visitor center: Lamar Welcome Center 32.3 mi (51.9 km) from start
- Attraction: Petrified Wood Gas Station 32.6 mi (52.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Tristate 9-11 Memorial 34 mi (54.8 km) from start
- Shelter 87.9 mi (141.5 km) from start
- Visitor center: La Junta, Colorado Information Center 87.9 mi (141.5 km) from start
- Historic site: AT&SF Locomotive 1024 88.5 mi (142.4 km) from start
- Historic site: Santa Fe Trail 124.2 mi (199.8 km) from start
- Visitor center: USDA Service Center Branson-Thinchera 166.1 mi (267.3 km) from start
- Visitor center: Colorado Welcome Center 168.7 mi (271.5 km) from start
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Questions about Santa Fe Trail Scenic and Historic Byway
How long is Santa Fe Trail Scenic and Historic Byway?
Santa Fe Trail Scenic and Historic Byway is 182.3 mi (293.3 km) long. Most people take about 61 hr 25 min. It climbs 5,449 ft (1,661 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,812 ft (2,381 m).
How hard is Santa Fe Trail Scenic and Historic Byway?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Santa Fe Trail Scenic and Historic Byway?
25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Santa Fe Trail Scenic and Historic Byway?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Santa Fe Trail Scenic and Historic Byway shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Santa Fe Trail Scenic and Historic Byway?
Best for Scenic drive.
Is this a good week for Santa Fe Trail Scenic and Historic Byway?
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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