West 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
- 6.9 mi (11.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 456 ft (139 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 25 min
- High point
- 7,126 ft (2,172 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about West Rim Trail
How long is West Rim Trail?
West Rim Trail is 6.9 mi (11.1 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 25 min. It climbs 456 ft (139 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,126 ft (2,172 m).
How hard is West Rim Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is West Rim Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on West Rim Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: gravel.
Is this a good week for West 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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- Black Rock Spring Trail Rio Grande del Norte National Monument · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
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- West Rim Trail Rio Grande del Norte National Monument · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.3 km)
- Miner's Trail Rio Grande del Norte National Monument · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.8 km)
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