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Hike the Boston Hill Loop

Silver City, New Mexico

Details

Distance

1.5 miles

Elevation Gain

250 ft

Route Type

Loop

Description

Added by Josiah Roe

Sweeping views of the Silver City and the ruins of numerous mines the once surrounded the entire town.

The Boston Hill Open Space is a collection of trails on what is actually three hills overlooking the town of Silver City. There are numerous vista and also several now-abandoned mines at various elevation cutting deep gorges and ravines into the hill.

The primary trail is the Loop Trail which begins at the intersection of Highway 180 and W. Market Street just southwest of downtown. There is a large, clear parking area and the loop trail heads south up the hill. 

There are numerous use trails for exploration in and around the area including the Lower Cheyenne Connector that leads to Cooper Street to the north and the Adonis Loop near S. Cooper Street. 

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Features

Fitness
Chillin
Photography
Mountain Biking
Hiking
Adult Beverages
Dog Friendly
Easy Parking
Family Friendly
Forest
Groups
Picnic Area
Romantic
Scenic
Wildflowers
Wildlife

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