Continental Divide Trail — Southern New Mexico

Desert boot-packing from the Mexican border. Gila Wilderness river walks and extreme water scarcity.

Route overview

Region
New Mexico, United States
Distance
90 miles
Elevation gain
12,000 feet
Difficulty
Challenging
Recommended duration
8 days
Route type
Point-to-Point

No permit requirement is currently listed; confirm current rules before departure.

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