Mesa Del Medio

Mesa Del Medio is an easy out-and-back hike in the Coyote Ranger District of Santa Fe National Forest in New Mexico, about 2 miles from the trail's starting point. The route climbs roughly 700 feet from a low point of 8,188 feet to a high of 8,891 feet, making it a straightforward walk with a modest rise. The trail is on natural surface and is open to bikes, which makes it a good option for a short outing on foot or on two wheels. The Forest Service manages the land, and the trail is open year-round. Summer is the most comfortable time to go. Typical averages from a nearby weather station at a similar elevation show July highs around 74°F with lows near 45°F, while winter highs stay in the mid-30s. July and August also bring the most wet days of the year, about 15 each month. The Mesa del Medio Trail (97) starts about half a mile away, and the Mogote and Seco hikes are within about a mile. For an overnight stay, Coyote Canyon campground is about 8 miles off.