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South Crest via Tramway and La Luz Trail route map
ExpertPoint to Point
Cibola National Forest/New Mexico

South Crest via Tramway and La Luz Trail

Albuquerque, New Mexico

8.8 mi

Distance

5,679 ft

Elev. Gain

4h 53m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

The South Crest via Tramway and La Luz Trail, located in the Cibola National Forest near Albuquerque, spans 8.8 miles as a point-to-point trail. Known for its challenging terrain, the trail climbs steeply with an elevation gain of 5,679 feet, reaching a maximum elevation of 3,132 meters. This expert-level trail traverses a rugged mountainous landscape and provides breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gainrugged terrain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,974 ft
Max:3,132 ft
1,731 ft
587 ft
1,974 ft2,360 ft2,746 ft3,132 ft0.0 mi2.2 mi4.4 mi6.6 mi8.8 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Point to Point
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by United States Forest Service

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Highlights

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Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting unit

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