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New Mexico

Gobbler Knob

2.8 mi

Distance

404 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 7m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Gobbler Knob is a 2.8-mile out-and-back trail located at an elevation range between 2,266 to 2,379 meters in the mountainous region of southern New Mexico. With an elevation gain of 404 feet, it offers a moderate yet manageable ascent, ideal for hikers looking for a shorter, scenic hike. The trail predominantly consists of a dirt surface and traverses through a forested area typical of trails managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:2,266 ft
Max:2,379 ft
146 ft
57 ft
2,266 ft2,303 ft2,341 ft2,379 ft0.0 mi0.7 mi1.4 mi2.1 mi2.8 mi

Trail Details

Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Highlights

forest setting

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Imported route

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting unit

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the New Mexico hunting page

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