About Divide Trail (36)
Divide Trail (36) is a easy hiking trail near Llano in Taos County, New Mexico.. The surface is ground. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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Divide Trail (36)
Llano, New Mexico · Taos County · 36
Divide Trail (36) is a easy hiking trail near Llano in Taos County, New Mexico.. The surface is ground. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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36.07955, -105.56228
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Weather at Divide Trail (36)
Live forecast for the trailhead. Use it to pack and time your hike.
Today
Heavy Snow
39°/31°
💧 56%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:56 AM ↓ 6:47 PM
Thu
Fog
34°/30°
💧 4%🌬 16mph
↑ 6:57 AM ↓ 6:45 PM
Fri
Clear
52°/30°
🌬 15mph
↑ 6:58 AM ↓ 6:44 PM
Sat
Overcast
59°/33°
🌬 5mph
↑ 6:59 AM ↓ 6:42 PM
Sun
Clear
55°/33°
🌬 7mph
↑ 6:59 AM ↓ 6:41 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
What “Easy” Means
Gentle terrain, well-marked. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Difficulty is derived from OpenStreetMap’s Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) hiking scale, trail visibility, surface, distance, and elevation gain. Always verify current conditions before heading out.
What to Pack & Wear
Personalised to this trail’s length, elevation, difficulty, and the live forecast.
👔 What to Wear
- Light insulated jacketFleece or light puffy you can stash if you warm up.
- Hiking pantsQuick-dry softshell or fleece-lined.
- Light gloves + beanieEspecially if you start before sunrise.
- Sturdy hiking bootsWool or synthetic-blend socks.
- Rain jacket / shell56% chance of precipitation in the forecast.
🎒 What to Pack
- WaterBring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
- High-energy snacksA snack for the trail.
- Sun protection (UV 6)SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
- First-aid kitBlister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
- Offline mapDownload your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
- Dry bags for electronicsPhone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Trail Safety in New Mexico
Trail conditions in New Mexico change with weather, season, and fire activity. Closures, washouts, and rerouting are common. Before heading out:
- Check with the land manager for current conditions and closures
- Tell someone your plan and expected return time
- Know your turn-around limits — conditions can change fast
- Carry the 10 essentials: water, food, navigation, first aid, light, fire, shelter, knife, sun protection, extra clothes
References & Maps
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