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New Mexico
18.6 mi
Distance
2,395 ft
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East Fork
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The East Fork trail is a challenging 18.57-mile journey through New Mexico's backcountry, gaining nearly 2,400 feet of elevation. This hard-difficulty route traverses diverse terrain typical of the region's mountain and forest ecosystems, offering hikers an immersive wilderness experience. The trail's length and sustained elevation gain make it ideal for experienced hikers seeking a full day of adventure.
Saddle Shed
~13 min drive
The saddle shed, also known as the tack shed, was built in 1963 to serve ranch operations. Ranch hands started their days here, grooming their horses and saddling up before sunrise. They would ride up to 20 miles a day, checking on livestock, inspecting fences, and tending to…
Cerro Pelado
~9 min drive
Moderate 3.79-mile summit hike with 780 ft gain and scenic ridgeline views.
North East Fork
~13 min drive
Easy 1.14-mile walk with minimal elevation gain near North East Fork.
Rio Cebolla
~13 min drive
Moderate creek-side trail through Jemez Mountains forest with steady elevation gain.
Cerro La Jara Stop 6
~14 min drive
So far, you have learned that about 1.2 million years ago, a giant volcanic eruption occurred and created Valles Caldera when the roof of the empty magma chamber collapsed. The material that was erupted (called the Bandelier Tuff) was deposited inside the new hole in the groun…
Pajarito Nordic
~26 min drive
Accessible high-altitude loop through Pajarito Plateau forests and meadows.
Peralta Ridge
~13 min drive
Moderate ridge hike with steady elevation gain and panoramic views near Albuquerque.
The Movie Set Cabin
~14 min drive
Located on Valles Caldera's main entrance road, approximately a half mile from NM State Route 4, this cabin is part of the 2003 "The Missing" movie set starring Tommy Lee Jones and Cate Blanchett. Park at the Jemez River Trailhead and walk a quarter mile up the trail beyond th…
Peralta Canyon
~14 min drive
Moderate 10.5-mile canyon hike with 1,710 ft elevation gain in the Sandias.
Cerro La Jara Stop 5
~15 min drive
The large mountain in the distance directly ahead of you is Redondo Peak. The smaller peak just to the right is Redondito. These mountains are part of a resurgent dome in the center of Valles Caldera. A resurgent dome is different than a volcanic dome; it wasn’t extruded as la…
