Challenge
6.4 mi
Distance
138 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 12m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Challenge is a point-to-point trail in Cibola National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. It is 6.4 miles long and gains 138 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes. The nearest town is Sandia Heights, New Mexico, about 3 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 3,136 ft |
| End | 6.3 mi | 2,623 ft |
Trail Details
Bike access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Sandia Heights, NM · about 3 mi away
- County:
- Bernalillo County, NM
- Jurisdiction:
- Cibola National Forest · United States Forest Service
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