Crest
11.1 mi
Distance
1,027 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 14m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Crest is a point-to-point trail in Lincoln County, New Mexico. It is 11 miles long and gains 1,027 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Ruidoso, New Mexico, about 7 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 | 3,418 ft |
| End | 11.0 mi | 2,798 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
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:
- Ruidoso, NM · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Lincoln County, NM
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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