How difficult is Black Range Crest Trail?

Black Range Crest Trail is rated expert. It is 18.4 miles long with 5,075 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Black Range Crest Trail suitable for kids?

Black Range Crest Trail is not typically recommended for young children due to length, exposure, or technical terrain. Older kids with hiking experience may be fine — use your judgment based on your family's comfort level.

ExpertOut and Back

New Mexico

Black Range Crest Trail

Mimbres, New Mexico

18.4 mi

Distance

5,075 ft

Elev. Gain

7h 58m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

Black Range Crest Trail is an out-and-back trail in Grant County, New Mexico. It is 18 miles long and gains 5,075 feet. The nearest town is Kingston, New Mexico, about 6 miles away in a straight line.

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Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:2,173 ft

Max:2,862 ft

Gain:1,547 ft

Loss:1,547 ft

Elevation at the labelled points along this route
Point	Distance from start	Elevation
Start	0.0 mi	2,175 ft
High point	9.1 mi	2,862 ft
End	18.5 mi	2,175 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back

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Where it is

Nearest town:: Kingston, NM · about 6 mi away
County:: Grant County, NM

Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.

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