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    • White Sands NM, New Mexico

      Dune Life Nature Trail

      1.8 mi
      Started the hike at the Dune Life Nature trail parking area. Two rangers took us all on the trail . We walked up and down the dunes and some flat areas. We started out at sunset and the views of the sunset were beautiful. 30 minutes later we walked in the dark with light of the moon. The sand was...
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    • Tularosa, New Mexico

      Hike the Alkali Flat Loop

      4.0
      4.9 mi / 52 ft gain
      From the US 70 pull into the White Sands Visitor Center. Then continue along Dunes Drive. Eventually, Dunes Drive turns into Loop Drive. At the end of this road, you will find the Alkali Flat trailhead.  One of the most beautiful and potentially disorienting 5-mile round-trip treks through the de...
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    • Tularosa, New Mexico

      Camp at White Sands National Monument

      5.0
      1.5 mi / 40 ft gain
      Spend a night under the stars in one of the more beautiful places to take it all in. White Sands National Monument offers camping to “backpackers” who have the ability to hike out into the dunes to set up camp for an overnight adventure. The closest site will be .75 miles away while the farthest ...
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    • Alamogordo, New Mexico

      Explore White Sands National Monument

      4.7
      The White Sands National Monument is one of the most surreal locations in the southwest. Located just north of Las Cruces, NM, White Sands is about a 45 minute drive from the city of Las Cruces. To access the park from any location, you'll take Route 70, and from Las Cruces it's one straight shot...
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    • Alamogordo, New Mexico

      Hike Oliver Lee State Park Dog Canyon

      0.7 mi / 101 ft gain
      This State Park is close to the city of Alamagordo , NM. It has a nice creek with water flowing during the rainy season. The Dog Canyon hike is hard but offers great views of the canyon and the canyon walls. Superb views of the Sacramento Mountains. The historic Ranch House can  be visited during...
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    • Alamogordo, New Mexico

      Hike Alamo Canyon Loop Trail

      -6.6 mi / 1205 ft gain
      Alamo Canyon Loop trail is a 6.6 miles loop  in the Lincoln National Forest. It is best to start the trail from the junction of TR 107 Roundup Ground trail and hike counter clock wise. There are spectacular views of the canyon and the Sacramento Mountains. There is great variety of desert flora a...
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    • Salado Canyon Trail, New Mexico

      Hike the Salado Canyon Trail

      3.4 mi / 307 ft gain
      Fairly easy trail on an old railroad bed. The trail is not steep and has nice scenery. The waterfall is sall but scenic, it is nice to see soe running water in the desert.
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    • Las Cruces, New Mexico

      Pine Tree Trail Loop

      4.5
      4.29 mi / 1276 ft gain
      Park in the Parking area at the end of Aguirre Springs Loop. The trailhead is across the road. The trail will take you in a loop. Enjoy the diversity of plant life and the varied landscape. There are numerous interesting geological and ecological features in these foothills. 
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    • Aguirre Springs Road, New Mexico

      Hike the Baylor Pass Trail

      5.0
      6.9 mi / 1568 ft gain
      Moderate hike in the Organ Mountains Desert Peak National Monument in New Mexico. Very good views of the Organ Mountains , the Tularosa Basin and wildflowers in the summer and fall. Excellent place to see the Organ Mountains evening primrose
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    • Las Cruces, New Mexico

      Hike the Baylor Pass West Trail

      6.3 mi / 1548 ft gain
      Start your hike from the parking lot of Baylor Pass Road. The trail starts to climb gently first and then gradually the climb gets steeper, but nothing too difficult. There is nice desert vegetation along the trail and very good views of the Organ Mountains and valley below.
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    • Las Cruces, New Mexico

      Baylor Peak via Baylor Canyon Pass

      8.36 mi / 2772 ft gain
      Baylor Peak via Baylor Canyon Pass is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Las Cruces, New Mexico.
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    • 15595 Baylor Peak Road, New Mexico

      Hike the Rabbit Ear Plateau.

      5.0
      6 mi / 3000 ft gain
      Park at the small parking area of Baylor Peak rd. Start climbig up the mountain on a old jeep road. The trail becomes steeper the further up you go. Very good views of the Organ Mountains and the Mesilla Valley. Lots of wildflowers along the way in the summer and also cacti in bloom. Did not make...
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    • Cloudcroft, New Mexico

      Camp at Bluff Springs

      5.0
      0 mi / 100 ft gain
      A mile up in elevation and only a few miles into Lincoln National Forest from Alamogordo, take off on the scenic Sunspot Highway that leads to the solar observation center before a short detour off a dirt road that arrives at Bluff Springs Waterfall (camping is free on all dirt roads). There you'...
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    • Las Cruces, New Mexico

      Camp Below the Organ Mountains

      5.0
      These are well maintained BLM campsites just outside of Las Cruces. It's a great option for setting up a tent, car camping, or parking an RV. There are no facilities so remember to always pack in and pack out. 
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    • Las Cruces, New Mexico

      Hike the Picacho Mountain

      3 mi / 1200 ft gain
      This is a somewhat strenuous hike up Picacho Mountain. The trail is 3 miles round trip and has an elevation gain of 1200 ft. Great views from the top and also many cacti species can be seen along the trail.
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    • Las Cruces, New Mexico

      Organ Needle from Baylor Canyon Road

      5.0
      7.67 mi / 3658 ft gain
      Organ Needle from Baylor Canyon Road is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity for scenic views located near Las Cruces, New Mexico. Keep in mind on the trail, there isn't much in terms of shade or coverage, so please pack accordingly and with sufficient water for the trail. There...
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