United StatesNew MexicoCerro Piñon

Cerro Piñon

Mountain in New Mexico · 8,871 ft

8,871 ft
Elevation
243 ft
Prominence
2.7 mi
Hike length one way
35.8914, -106.4936
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Cerro Piñon

2.7 mi
one way
397 ft
of ascent
2 h 19 min
round trip

The route starts at Abrigo Trailhead — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

8,717 ft2.7 mi · 8,885 ft

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Parking and starting point

1Abrigo TrailheadRecommended
marked trailhead · north of the peak
2.7 mi on foot · ↑ 397 ft · about 2 h 19 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Valle Jaramillo Trailhead
marked trailhead · north of the peak
about 3.2 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Parking area
parking · south of the peak
about 4.5 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Cerro Piñon?

Cerro Piñon is 8,871 ft above sea level and lies in New Mexico. Its prominence is 243 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Cerro Piñon?

From Abrigo Trailhead it is about 2.7 mi one way with 397 ft of ascent. Expect around 2 h 19 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Cerro Piñon?

The nearest starting point is Abrigo Trailhead (north of the peak) — 2.7 mi on foot · ↑ 397 ft · about 2 h 19 min round trip. Alternative: Valle Jaramillo Trailhead (north of the peak) (about 3.2 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.

Can I log Cerro Piñon in Conquer?

Yes — Cerro Piñon is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.

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