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4,055 ft
Distance
324 ft
Climb
-18 ft
Descent
00:15:41
Avg time
310 ft
Altitude change
8,069 ft
Altitude min
8,379 ft
Altitude max
8,069 ft
Altitude start
8,379 ft
Altitude end
7.6%
Grade
-9.9%
Grade max
28.8%
Grade min
3,219 ft
Distance climb
430 ft
Distance down
410 ft
Distance flat
00:15:41
Avg time

Clyde Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Arroyo Hondo USFS
    Santa Fe, New Mexico
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 5 in Horseback
    • 5 in Gravel Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #14762 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #123494 in Trail Running
    • #319162 in Hiking
    • #24074 in Horseback
    • #16788 in Gravel Biking
  • State Ranking
    #93 in Mountain Biking · New Mexico [+]
    • #898 in Trail Running
    • #2,445 in Hiking
    • #597 in Horseback
    • #98 in Gravel Biking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • TTFs on Trail
    Log Ride
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Year Opened
    2022
  • Land Owner
    Santa Fe National Forest

This trail connects from the bottom to Arroyo Hondo to HBD trail. Climbing the trail has some punchy sections of 12-16% grade. Going down the trail has lots of turns and grade reversals. Built in 2022 by Santa Fe Fat Tire Society volunteers.

Fire danger is a major concern in this area. PLEASE DO NOT HAVE ANY FIRES.

Tags
Skinnies
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 1 rides
  • 19 miles average
6 Months
  • 17 rides
  • 13 miles avg distance
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  • 93 rides
  • Last: Sep 27, 2026
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Clyde Trail Reports

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Jul 23, 2026 @ 9:05pm (America/Denver)
Jul 23, 2026
 reporter Hero dirt. The rains have consolidated a lot of the loose on hard.
Jun 14, 2024 @ 2:09pm
Jun 14, 2024
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May 25, 2024 @ 2:32am
May 25, 2024
Aug 21, 2023 @ 4:34pm
Aug 21, 2023
Apr 15, 2023 @ 2:41pm
Apr 15, 2023
 Downed trees have been cleared, snow has melted and the trail is good to go.
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on Jul 23, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 4.17 (5 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      SFFTS: All The Good Stuff Featured
      16 miles • 2,483 ft • 11 • Loop •
      If you want to sample most of the GOOD STUFF in this ride area, this route will take you there. Lots of...
      1
      Arroyo Hondo, HBD, Clyde from lower parking
      ★ 3.4 • 12 miles • 1,609 ft • 6 •
      This route is an easy way to park low and avoid the rough sections of FR79 and access the new (2022)...
      3
      SFFTS: Introduction to Arroyo Hondo Featured
      6 miles • 1,141 ft • 7 • Loop •
      This is a good blue introduction to the Arroyo Hondo trails.
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Clyde located?
      Clyde is located in Arroyo Hondo USFS, Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States. It is part of the Arroyo Hondo USFS trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 35.64183, -105.85489.
      ▼ How hard is Clyde?
      Clyde is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 7.6%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Clyde?
      Clyde has 324 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 18 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 8,069 ft to 8,379 ft.
      ▼ Is Clyde a point to point trail?
      Clyde is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Clyde?
      Clyde is 4,055 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Clyde?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Clyde. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Clyde? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Clyde are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Clyde?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 16 minutes to ride Clyde. The trail is 4,055 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Clyde?
      Clyde is a moderately popular trail. There have been 370 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 411 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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