Northern New Mexico Loop (NM)

Taos County, New Mexico, United States

472.5 miles (760.4 km) · 69,520 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

The Northern New Mexico Loop (NM) is a 472.5 mile route in Taos County, New Mexico, United States. The course features 69,520 feet of elevation gain and 69,673 feet of descent. The largest climb extends 43.2 miles, gaining 4,976 feet. The course averages 151 feet of vertical gain per mile. Approximately 74% of the route is runnable. The route follows trail surfaces. Terrain difficulty is rated as very hilly. Difficulty is rated 37.5 out of 10, placing it in the 97.17th percentile. This loop route attracts trail runners and hikers exploring New Mexico's mountain terrain.