Near Calaveras Canyon Trail
Running below a cool outcropping in Calaveras Canyon.
Near Calaveras Canyon Trail
Meadow running in Calaveras Canyon.

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Calaveras Canyon Trail

2.5 (2 Ratings)
A very managable, gentle trail in a green, unburned area of the Jemez Mountains.
3.7
mi
Distance
411
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Less Crowded

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.75mi
Distance
411ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
8,527ft
High Point
8,112ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Calveras Canyon is a nice little canyon flanked by rocky outcroppings and mature, green Ponderosa trees. The trail in the canyon is mostly "cattle singletrack" and/or old two-track passing through intermittent meadows. With the exception of cattle roaming the canyon, you're sure to have the canyon to yourself. The gentle grade makes for a very easy outing. Combined with the neighboring Rio Cebolla Trail, this can make for a great 14 mile loop. Or hike the canyon as an out-and-back for an eight mile jaunt.

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