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New Mexico

Lookout Mountain

0.7 mi

Distance

367 ft

Elev. Gain

26m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Lookout Mountain Trail is a short, 0.7-mile hike located in the region surrounding the coordinates provided, likely characterized by mountainous terrain given the significant elevation gain of 367 feet over a short distance. The trail ascends to a maximum elevation of 3,512 meters, offering potential views typical of ridgeline trails in alpine or semi-arid environments. Maintained by the US Forest Service, the trail features a dirt surface, suggesting a natural, rugged setting.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:3,398 ft
Max:3,512 ft
122 ft
28 ft
3,398 ft3,436 ft3,474 ft3,512 ft0.0 mi0.2 mi0.4 mi0.5 mi0.7 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

SummerFall

Highlights

high elevation viewsforest setting

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Imported route

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

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

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