Do I need a permit to hike Switchback, Survey, North Crest, Spur Route and South Crest Loop?

No, Switchback, Survey, North Crest, Spur Route and South Crest Loop does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Switchback, Survey, North Crest, Spur Route and South Crest Loop?

Switchback, Survey, North Crest, Spur Route and South Crest Loop is rated difficult. It is 6.9 miles long with 1,732 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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Switchback, Survey, North Crest, Spur Route and South Crest Loop

DifficultLoop

Cibola National Forest/New Mexico

Switchback, Survey, North Crest, Spur Route and South Crest Loop

Cedar Crest, New Mexico

6.9 mi

Distance

1,732 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 53m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

We don't have an editorial description for Switchback, Survey, North Crest, Spur Route and South Crest Loop in our cache yet. The planning stats above (distance, elevation gain, estimated time, route type) come from the source listed on this trail.

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Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:2,997 ft

Max:3,244 ft

528 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by United States Forest Service

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Managing agency

United States Forest Service
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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting unit

NM Unit 8

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

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About This Trail

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Elevation Profile

Trail Details

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This trail crosses hunting unit

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