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5.5 miles
Distance
411 ft
Climb
-412 ft
Descent
00:35:52
Avg time
0 ft
Altitude change
7,443 ft
Altitude min
7,588 ft
Altitude max
7,561 ft
Altitude start
7,561 ft
Altitude end
-38.238%
Grade max
36.657%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
3,315 ft
Distance flat
00:35:52
Avg time

Rinconada Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Rio Grande del Norte National Monument
    Questa, New Mexico
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 70 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #169558 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #333603 in Trail Running
    • #104148 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #1,280 in Mountain Biking · New Mexico [+]
    • #2,392 in Trail Running
    • #982 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    BLM

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AI Generated Description

Rinconada Loop is a 5 mile popular green difficulty singletrack trail located near Questa New Mexico. Nearby: restrooms. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 411 ft green climb. On average it takes 35 minutes to complete this trail.

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Restrooms
Trail Supporters
  • BLM
    BLM
    Land Manager
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Jul 1, 2024 @ 1:46pm
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Jan 22, 2023 @ 2:33am
Jan 22, 2023
 I’ve hiked and biked this trail several times. This was my first winter hike. The trail was snow packed the entire way. Snowshoes we’re not...
Jul 26, 2020 @ 2:42pm
Jul 26, 2020
 This is a great trail. It is easy with good views and a decent work out.
Jul 7, 2017 @ 4:39pm
Jul 7, 2017
 Nice scenic ride, all groomed gravel path. Suitable for the whole family to ride.
Jun 9, 2017 @ 5:11pm
Jun 9, 2017
 All gravel trail, mostly packed and smooth.
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      Las Vistas de Questa from Wild Rivers
      7 miles • 368 ft • 3 • Out & Back •
      Las Vistas de Questa trail ride leaving from the Wild Rivers Visitors Center.

      1 Review & Comments

      Astom22
      Ride suitable for the whole family. We'll groomed gravel path with great scenery.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Rinconada Loop located?
      Rinconada Loop is located in Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, Questa, New Mexico, United States. It is part of the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 36.68025, -105.67265.
      ▼ How hard is Rinconada Loop?
      Rinconada Loop is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Rinconada Loop?
      Rinconada Loop has 411 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 412 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 7,443 ft to 7,588 ft.
      ▼ Is Rinconada Loop a point to point trail?
      Rinconada Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Rinconada Loop?
      Rinconada Loop is 5.5 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Rinconada Loop?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Rinconada Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Rinconada Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Rinconada Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Rinconada Loop?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 36 minutes to ride Rinconada Loop. The trail is 5.5 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Rinconada Loop?
      Rinconada Loop is a very popular trail. There have been 42 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 49 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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