Chamisa Trail Loop via Saddleback and Windsor

NM, USA

9.9 miles (15.9 km) · 1,886 ft elevation gain · Lollipop · trail · Route

Chamisa Trail Loop via Saddleback and Windsor is a 9.9-mile lollipop route in NM, USA, gaining 1,886 feet of elevation. The route follows a valley-shaped elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.5 miles gaining 1,130 feet at an average 6.8% grade. About 61% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with flat terrain.

Route facts

Distance	9.9 mi (15.9 km)
Elevation gain	1,886 ft (575 m)
Average gain	190 ft per mile (36 m per km)
Longest climb	3.5 mi, 1,122 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	19.9%
Runnable	61% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Down, then up
Difficulty score	14.3 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Lollipop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	3%
Mild uphill	32%
Moderate uphill	14%
Steep uphill	11%
Mild downhill	11%
Moderate downhill	15%
Steep downhill	14%

Questions about Chamisa Trail Loop via Saddleback and Windsor

How much elevation gain does Chamisa Trail Loop via Saddleback and Windsor have?

Chamisa Trail Loop via Saddleback and Windsor has 1,886 ft (575 m) of elevation gain over 9.9 miles (15.9 km). That averages 190 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Chamisa Trail Loop via Saddleback and Windsor?

The difficulty score for Chamisa Trail Loop via Saddleback and Windsor is 14.3 of 100. That is harder than 81.9% of routes at a similar distance. About 61% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Chamisa Trail Loop via Saddleback and Windsor?

The longest climb on Chamisa Trail Loop via Saddleback and Windsor runs 3.5 miles (5.6 km) and gains 1,122 ft (342 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 19.9%.