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18.4 miles
Distance
2,265 ft
Climb
-2,258 ft
Descent
1 mile
High Point
7 ft
Altitude change
6,581 ft
Altitude min
6,581 ft
Altitude start
6,588 ft
Altitude end
-40.7%
Grade max
38.3%
Grade min
9 miles
Distance climb
8 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat
This links up the most technical and physically demanding trails in Otero and Tunnel Canyon. Should be fun either way but the recommended route is to start up tunnel canyon.
Detailed Description
Otero Infinity Loop is a 18 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Albuquerque New Mexico. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating. This route includes 21 trails. This route climbs 2,265 ft with a max elevation of 7,686 ft then descends -2,258 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Mar 30, 2026)
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Stats
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Distance18 miles
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Avg time2 hr 12 min
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Altitude min6,581 ft
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Altitude start6,581 ft
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Altitude end6,588 ft
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Climb2,265 ft
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Descent-2,258 ft
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Grade max-40.7%
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Grade min38.3%
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Distance climb9 miles
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Distance down8 miles
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Distance flat2 miles
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Trails in Route
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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Bike typeAM, XC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical ratingHard
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