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View of Blue Canyon from the Overlook.
Near Blue Canyon Trail
Hikers approaching the Blue Canyon Trailhead

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Blue Canyon Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
An accessible singletrack exploring the mesa and Blue Canyon.
4.5
mi
Distance
600
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.48mi
Distance
600ft
Elevation Gain
197ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
5,379ft
High Point
4,955ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Blue Canyon Trail is easily accessible from Socorro and offers a quick escape. The mesa section (eastern section) is an easy hike, while the Blue Canyon traverse is a bit more strenuous and scenic.

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Contributors
Rob Selina