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View of Red Hill loop from The Merc

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View of Red Hill loop from The Merc

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4.6

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View of Red Hill loop from The Merc

01:24

14.4km

300m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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Cibola National Forest

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Start point

Parking

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7.28 km

View of Red Hill

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From this spot on the Strip Mine Trail, get a close-up view of Red Hill. The trails around Red Hill have a mix of red and white sand.

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14.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.64 km

2.82 km

1.39 km

511 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.09 km

3.62 km

1.63 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 19 May

28°C

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