Palo Duro Fitness Center – Monday Hiking Group
Stable Mesa to Ruins – Jemez Mountains
Mon, 2025-08-18 @ 7:15 AM
HIKE CHANGE NOTICE
Change Notice Sent By: Carl Gervais
Original Hike: Stable Mesa
What Has Changed: I chose the wrong Stable Mesa hike when I originally posted
More Information: This is an 8.2 mile hike
Highlights: Views, pueblo ruins, a large kiva, petroglyphs, and interesting rocks. Spectacular drive through the Gilman Tunnels with colorful rock cliffs and deep canyon.
Cautions: Rough rocky road very steep in places (17% grade). Boots with ankle support and good soles plus hiking poles are recommended.
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Hike Leader(s): Carl Gervais
Van Driver(s): Carl Gervais
Hike Class: C (Challenging)
Hike Distance: 8.2 mi
Min Elevation: 7150 ft
Elevation Change: ft
Total Uphill: 1049 ft
Total Downhill: 1049 ft
Avg Grade: 8%
Route Type: InOut
Drive Time 1W: 1:45
Drive Distance RT: 120 mi
Times: We will meet at 7:15 AM and leave at 7:30 AM
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