Climax Canyon Nature Trail
West end of Apache Avenue
Looking for a view of the entire city and our surrounding valley view? Climax Canyon Nature Trail is located in town at the top of Apache Avenue. This trail is easy to hike, and we recommend this hike along with a friend or with fido.
Length: 2.7 mi
Elevation gain: 446 ft
Route type: Loop
Activity: Hiking, Running, & Biking
Best views: Spring through Fall
Crater Rim Trail
46 Volcano Highway, Capulin, NM
Ever hike a volcano crater rim? Put the Capulin Volcano Monument on your bucket list!
This trail is easy to hike, and takes around 40 minutes to complete. At the top, be sure to enjoy the emmaculate views of the Raton-Clayton volcanic field with magma fields and various volcanic peaks.
Length: 1.1 mi
Elevation gain: 347 ft
Route type: Loop
Activity: Hiking, Running, & Birding
Best views: Year-round
Vista Grand Nature Trail
Soda Pocket Rd. Raton, NM
This trail is easy to hike, and perfect for wildflower hunting. Enjoy gorgeous mountain valley views of Sugarite Canyon and the Raton-Clayton volcanic field. Be sure to pick up the Nature Trail guide to learn about our area's ecology and nature.
Length: 0.5 mi
Elevation gain: 154 ft
Route type: Loop
Activity: Hiking
Best views: April through October
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