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Picuris Peak Trail #114
Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico
7.45 mi
/ 1768 ft gain
Picuris Peak Trail #114 is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico.
Comales Canyon Trail #22
Vadito, New Mexico
12.56 mi
/ 3684 ft gain
Comales Canyon Trail #22 is a point-to-point trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Vadito, New Mexico.
Hike La Senda de Medio Trail
La Senda de Medio Trailhead, New Mexico
5 mi
If you find yourself in Taos for the weekend, the La Senda del Medio trail is a perfect hike to add to your adventure. About 20 minutes south of town and located in Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, this trail follows the Rio Grande for 2.5 miles and connects 5 different campgrounds.
The trail begins at Pilar Campground. Your GPS might not take you directly there, but the sign is large an...
San Leonardo Lakes Trail
Chamisal, New Mexico
7.98 mi
/ 2477 ft gain
San Leonardo Lakes Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Penasco, New Mexico.
Rio Santa Barbara Middle Fork, East Fork, and West Fork Trail Loop
Vadito, New Mexico
25.09 mi
/ 4718 ft gain
Rio Santa Barbara Middle Fork, East Fork, and West Fork Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Llano, New Mexico.
Hike to the Trampas Lakes in Carson National Forest
Chamisal, New Mexico
4.9
11 mi
/ 2400 ft gain
This hike is worth its weight in gold. By far one of the most beautiful places in all of New Mexico. Located in the Carson National Forest, the options for camping are limitless. Did I mention this is ranked one of New Mexico's best hikes yet it rarely gets done. The potential for solitude is very likely.The drive to the trailhead is a bit of a doosey. Start by heading east out of the tiny tow...
Gallegos Peak via Flechado Canyon
Vadito, New Mexico
6.39 mi
/ 2287 ft gain
Gallegos Peak via Flechado Canyon is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Vadito, New Mexico.
Traders Trail
Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico
3.35 mi
/ 361 ft gain
Traders Trail is an out-and-back trail located near Taos, New Mexico.
Rift Valley Loop Trail
Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico
10.36 mi
/ 787 ft gain
Rift Valley Loop Trail is a loop trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico.
Places to stay
Vadito, New Mexico
Amole Canyon Group Shelter
Overview
NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS / NOT OPEN FOR PUBLIC USE. PROJECTED OPENING 2020The Amole Group Shelter is located immedi...
Vadito, New Mexico
Santa Barbara Campground
Overview
Santa Barbara Campground is situated nicely on the edge of the Pecos Wilderness area and next to Rio Santa Barbara, a beautiful ...
Vadito, New Mexico
Agua Piedra Campground
Overview
Agua Piedra, located in the Carson National Forest, is nestled near the Rio Pueblo and Agua Piedra Creek. The campground contain...
Tererro, New Mexico
Jacks Creek Group Area
Overview
Jack's Creek Group Area is a forested, high-elevation campground about 50 miles from Santa Fe. Perfect for family reunions, recr...
Nambe, New Mexico
Black Canyon
Overview
Black Canyon Campground is in a great location to experience some of the finest mountain scenery the Southwest has to offer. The...
Tererro, New Mexico
Holy Ghost Group Area
Overview
Holy Ghost Campground sits in the Santa Fe National Forest on the edge of the Pecos Wilderness. The Holy Ghost Creek runs alongs...
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