Visto Grande
to
Harlan

Overview

Distance	6.17 mi
Elevation Gain	1,318 ft
Elevation Loss	1,446 ft
Hiking Time	3:22
Starting Elevation	7,713 ft
Ending Elevation	7,585 ft
Min Elevation	7,372 ft
Max Elevation	8,156 ft

Description

An easy hike that mostly follows the contours around the northeast edge of Deer Lake Mesa. Reach your high point (only 400 feet above the start) about 1-1/2 miles in and gradually work your way down to Harlan.

On the Way

You'll be hiking under the shadow of Deer Lake Mesa on your right and with occasional views across the Cimarron River to your left.

Water

Wateris available at Visto Grande and Harlan, the hike is dry.

Itineraries

Itinerary 2 - day 3

Camps

Visto Grande: trail camp, ranger training.

Harlan: staffed camp with 12-gauge shotgun shooting and reloading, burro racing.