OJITOS is about 9.3 miles long, or about 19 miles out and back, based on mapped trail data.

How much elevation gain is on OJITOS?

About 2,642 feet of climbing out and back. The trail runs between 7,320 and 9,550 feet above sea level.

How long does it take to hike OJITOS?

Plan on about 8 hr 45 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 OJITOS?

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

Where does OJITOS start?

One end of the mapped trail is at 36.37267, -105.55593. Use the Directions button to get there.

OJITOS

Trail near Taos, New Mexico · Carson National Forest

Hiking Biking Mountain biking Horses

Length9.3 mi19 mi out and back

Climb2,642 ftround trip

Hike time8 hr 45 minround trip

DifficultyHardestimated

DogsUnknowntell us below

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Trail start coordinates: 36.37267, -105.55593

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Trail facts

Open to: Hiking, Biking, Horses
Shape: One way
Elevation: 7,320 to 9,550 ft
Ride time: 4 hr 25 min by bike
Surface: Native material
Typical grade: 12-20%
Managed by: Carson National Forest
Trail number: 166
County: Taos 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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Camping nearby

Las Petacas Campground 2.0 mi away · Directions
La Sombra Campground 4.2 mi away · Directions
Aldo Leopold House 30 mi away · Directions · Reserve

Federal campgrounds from Recreation.gov. Check dates and fees before you go.

Nearby trails

S BOUNDARY - OJITOS 0.1 mi long
S BOUNDARY - EL NOGAL NATURE 0.1 mi long
EL NOGAL NATURE TRAIL 1.0 mi long
SOUTH BOUNDARY 20 mi long
DEVISADERO LOOP 4.6 mi long
DRAKE CANYON LOOP 3.8 mi long

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Common questions

How long is OJITOS?: OJITOS is about 9.3 miles long, or about 19 miles out and back, based on mapped trail data.
How much elevation gain is on OJITOS?: About 2,642 feet of climbing out and back. The trail runs between 7,320 and 9,550 feet above sea level.
How long does it take to hike OJITOS?: Plan on about 8 hr 45 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 OJITOS?: We don't have dog rules for this trail yet. Check with the national forest office before you go.
What can you do on OJITOS?: OJITOS is open to hiking, biking and horses, according to USDA Forest Service trail data.
Where does OJITOS start?: One end of the mapped trail is at 36.37267, -105.55593. 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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