Western loop of High Desert Trail System
McKinley County, NM
Loop trail in McKinley County, NM. Hiking, Mountain biking, & Walking.
- Distance
- 2.5 mi (4.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 230 ft (70 m)
- Est. Time
- 55 min
- High point
- 6,696 ft (2,041 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Questions about Western loop of High Desert Trail System
How long is Western loop of High Desert Trail System?
Western loop of High Desert Trail System is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) long. Most people take about 55 min. It climbs 230 ft (70 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,696 ft (2,041 m).
How hard is Western loop of High Desert Trail System?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Western loop of High Desert Trail System?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Western loop of High Desert Trail System?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Western loop of High Desert Trail System shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Is Western loop of High Desert Trail System good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Western loop of High Desert Trail System?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking, Walking. Shared with bikes.
Where can you eat near Western loop of High Desert Trail System?
Shop: Shop, 1.3 mi (2.2 km).
Is this a good week for Western loop of High Desert Trail System?
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.
Trails near Western loop of High Desert Trail System
- Mentmore entrance to High Desert Trail System McKinley County · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Middle loop of High Desert Trail System McKinley County · Easy · 3.4 mi (5.5 km)
- Large loop of the High Desert Trail System McKinley County · Moderate · 5.4 mi (8.7 km)
- Eastern loop of High Desert Trail System McKinley County · Easy · 2 mi (3.2 km)
- Northeastern portion of High Desert Trail System McKinley County · Moderate · 7.3 mi (11.8 km)
- Yahtahey Loop McKinley County · Easy · 2.2 mi (3.6 km)
- Hillside Trail McKinley County · Easy · 1.3 mi (2 km)
- Parron Trail McKinley County · Easy · 3.4 mi (5.5 km)
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