Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 24
~2 days · 16.5 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 24 is known for
Segment 24 (Black Range Crest) of the Grand Enchantment Trail follows the crest of New Mexico's Black Range through the Aldo Leopold Wilderness, sharing tread with the Continental Divide Trail near Diamond Peak at around 9,800 ft. The guidebook lists it at 16.5 miles point-to-point; a solid 2-day segment reachable only by trail.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 25,446 ft to 32,195 ft over 16.5 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 6.5 mi · 39%
- Downhill 8.6 mi · 52%
- Flat 1.4 mi · 9%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 24?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 24 scores 14/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 24 take?
Most backpackers hike the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 24 in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 16.5 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 24?
The Grand Enchantment Trail — Segment 24 climbs roughly 2,569 ft total — about 156 ft per mile, topping out near 9,833 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.