Moderate
White Sands (Alkali Flat)
New Mexico
Distance5 mi
Est. time~1 hr 43 min
Elevation gain↗ 100 ft
RouteLoop
White Sands (Alkali Flat) is a moderate 5-mile loop hike in New Mexico with about 100 ft of elevation gain. a marked route across endless gypsum dunes.
This handoff is a name search; confirm the correct trailhead before navigating. Check conditions, permits, and weather before you go — trails close, and mountain weather turns fast.
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