How long is NORTH BASE?

NORTH BASE is about 4.8 miles long, or about 9.6 miles out and back, based on mapped trail data.

How much elevation gain is on NORTH BASE?

About 1,585 feet of climbing out and back. The trail runs between 6,259 and 7,120 feet above sea level.

How long does it take to hike NORTH BASE?

Plan on about 4 hr 40 min at an easy pace for the round trip, counting time for the climbs. Fast hikers will be quicker, and families with kids slower.

What can you do on NORTH BASE?

NORTH BASE is open to hiking, biking and horses, according to USDA Forest Service trail data.

Where does NORTH BASE start?

One end of the mapped trail is at 33.63218, -105.31074. Use the Directions button to get there.

NORTH BASE

Trail near Capitan, New Mexico · Lincoln National Forest

Hiking Biking Mountain biking Horses

Length4.8 mi9.6 mi out and back

Climb1,585 ftround trip

Hike time4 hr 40 minround trip

DifficultyModerateestimated

DogsUnknowntell us below

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Trail start coordinates: 33.63218, -105.31074

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Trail facts

Open to: Hiking, Biking, Horses
Shape: One way
Elevation: 6,259 to 7,120 ft
Ride time: 2 hr 25 min by bike
Surface: Nat - native material
Typical grade: 12-20%
Managed by: Lincoln National Forest
Trail number: 65
County: Lincoln County, New Mexico

Can I bring my dog?

We don't have dog rules for this trail yet. Check with the national forest office before you go.

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Common questions

How long is NORTH BASE?: NORTH BASE is about 4.8 miles long, or about 9.6 miles out and back, based on mapped trail data.
How much elevation gain is on NORTH BASE?: About 1,585 feet of climbing out and back. The trail runs between 6,259 and 7,120 feet above sea level.
How long does it take to hike NORTH BASE?: Plan on about 4 hr 40 min at an easy pace for the round trip, counting time for the climbs. Fast hikers will be quicker, and families with kids slower.
Are dogs allowed on NORTH BASE?: We don't have dog rules for this trail yet. Check with the national forest office before you go.
What can you do on NORTH BASE?: NORTH BASE is open to hiking, biking and horses, according to USDA Forest Service trail data.
Where does NORTH BASE start?: One end of the mapped trail is at 33.63218, -105.31074. Use the Directions button to get there.

Source: USDA Forest Service trail data. Elevation from USGS data via AWS Terrain Tiles. Times are estimates. Length and route come from mapped data and may differ from signs on the ground. Always check for closures before you go.

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