Mount Taylor
Mountain in New Mexico · 11,302 ft
The hike up Mount Taylor
The route starts at Water Canyon Trailhead — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Taylor?
Mount Taylor is 11,302 ft above sea level and lies in New Mexico. Its prominence is 4,072 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Taylor?
From Water Canyon Trailhead it is about 0.9 mi one way with 712 ft of ascent. Expect around 58 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Taylor?
The nearest parking is Water Canyon Trailhead (northeast of the peak) — 0.9 mi on foot · ↑ 712 ft · about 58 min round trip. Alternative: QUADRATHALON RUN/SKI (northwest of the peak) (about 3.0 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 Mount Taylor in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Taylor 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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