Baylor Canyon Pass Trail (NM)

Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States

10.9 miles (17.5 km) · 2,878 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Baylor Canyon Pass Trail (NM) is a 10.9-mile loop route in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States, gaining 2,876 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 4 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.4 miles gaining 1,673 feet at an average 8.4% grade. About 43% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	10.9 mi (17.5 km)
Elevation gain	2,878 ft (877 m)
Average gain	265 ft per mile (50 m per km)
Longest climb	7.5 mi, 1,509 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	34.2%
Runnable	42% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	16 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	1%
Mild uphill	13%
Moderate uphill	15%
Steep uphill	22%
Mild downhill	10%
Moderate downhill	17%
Steep downhill	21%

Questions about Baylor Canyon Pass Trail (NM)

How much elevation gain does Baylor Canyon Pass Trail (NM) have?

Baylor Canyon Pass Trail (NM) has 2,878 ft (877 m) of elevation gain over 10.9 miles (17.5 km). That averages 265 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Baylor Canyon Pass Trail (NM)?

The difficulty score for Baylor Canyon Pass Trail (NM) is 16 of 100. That is harder than 85.2% of routes at a similar distance. About 42% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Baylor Canyon Pass Trail (NM)?

The longest climb on Baylor Canyon Pass Trail (NM) runs 7.5 miles (12.0 km) and gains 1,509 ft (460 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 34.2%.