Continental Divide
12.1 mi
Distance
1,598 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 49m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Continental Divide is a point-to-point trail in Catron County, New Mexico. It is 12 miles long and gains 1,598 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Winston, New Mexico, about 15 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,528 ft |
| High point | 7.1 mi | 2,613 ft |
| End | 11.9 mi | 2,397 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse 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
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Winston, NM · about 15 mi away
- County:
- Catron County, NM
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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