Mountain Bike

10.0 miles

Distance

896 ft

Climb

-894 ft

Descent

1 mile

High Point

This route is one of our classics combining both sides of La Tierra and enjoying some of our favorite segments. The Figure 8 goes clockwise on the east side, then counterclockwise on the west side.

Starting at the La Cuchara (the white Unitarian church off the highway), you'll cross the arroyo and catch the first segment of singletrack as you climb up and past the waterline road that bisects La Tierra and continue towards Camino de los Montoyas.

Once you safely cross the road, you will begin what has been nicknamed by some the 'toilet bowl' and ride the loop clockwise, enjoying some rock, loose, and swoopy descents and mellow climbs.

Cross back across Camino de Los Montoyas the way you came, but now continue west as you make a large loop on the outer ridge trails of La Tierra proper.

The final highlights include the zigzag to connect to the 'Whoops" and finish on the Pirate Trail, two segments of rollercoaster-like features. Keep your eyes on the horizon for the church and you're home sweet home.

Detailed Description

La Tierra Figure 8 is a 10 mile popular intermediate route located near Santa Fe New Mexico. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 24 trails. This route climbs 896 ft with a max elevation of 7,329 ft then descends -894 ft.

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Trails in Route

	Xavi's Hustle				1,089 ft
	Head's Up				413 ft
	La Tierra #1 - #30				203 ft
	Outer Limits				997 ft
	Cruise Line				1 mile
	Addam's Family				2,556 ft
	Outer Limits				1,102 ft
	Serengeti				2,615 ft
	Venus Express				472 ft
	The Whoops				3,100 ft
	Rusty Barrel				1,565 ft
	Connector				472 ft

Details

Riding area

La Tierra
Primary Activity

Mountain Bike
Difficulty rating

Blue
Route Type

Loop
eBike Allowed

No
Bike type

XC
Direction

Both Directions
Physical rating

Moderate
Ridelogs

7

More Stats for La Tierra Figure 8 mountain bike route

Avg time

1 hr 39 min
Altitude min

6,980 ft
Altitude start

7,076 ft
Altitude end

7,077 ft
Grade max

-26.6%
Grade min

18.9%
Distance climb

4 miles
Distance down

4 miles
Distance flat

2 miles

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trail	date	description
The Whoops	Aug 20, 2023 @ 8:53am Aug 20, 2023	Entire trail system slightly blown out due to heavy rains a few days prior. Significant new sandy sections and many ruts have become deeper.
Connector	Jul 29, 2023 @ 1:13am Jul 29, 2023
Cruise Line	Jul 29, 2023 @ 1:13am Jul 29, 2023
Serengeti	Jul 13, 2023 @ 8:12am Jul 13, 2023
Head's Up	Jul 13, 2023 @ 8:12am Jul 13, 2023