Author: Joan Salzman Publisher: Aventuras Pub Llc ISBN: 9780977765409 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 179
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This book describes 75 day hikes in Northern New Mexico. The hikes take you to hidden archaeological sites, petroglyphs, ghost towns, natural arches, mica mines, ancient eagle traps and other spectacular locations. GPS data, GPS programs, and screen saver photos are on a CD in the back of the book. Full color topo maps. Few of the hikes are described elsewhere.
Author: Coco Rae Publisher: University of New Mexico Press ISBN: 082636361X Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 195
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Avid hiker Coco Rae shares her extensive knowledge and her love of exploration at one of New Mexico’s greatest treasures in this updated and expanded edition of Hiking Trails in Valles Caldera National Preserve. The first comprehensive trail guide to Valles Caldera National Preserve now includes over seventy color photographs and everything visitors need to know to enjoy this vast caldera, one of the largest in the United States. The guide includes detailed descriptions of over twenty-five trails accompanied by topographical maps, recommendations for mountain bikers, and a history of the preserve. A geological and environmental wonder created over a million years ago, Valles Caldera National Preserve, west of Los Alamos, New Mexico, offers outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers endless opportunities to discover the natural history of New Mexico through the caldera’s vast mountain meadows, extensive biodiversity, and meandering streams. Hiking Trails in Valles Caldera National Preserve offers first-time and returning visitors a complete guide to the recreation and beauty found in this unique landscape.
Author: Bob D'Antonio Publisher: Big Earth Publishing ISBN: 9781565795006 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 188
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The Santa Fe-Taos area contains a wide selection of easily accessible trails throughout its mountains and high desert -- places where outdoors enthusiasts can explore the diverse topography and ecosystems of northern New Mexico year-round. Now for the first time in one convenient volume, seasoned guidebook author Bob D'Antonio introduces you to 52 great hikes within an hour of these two towns. From alpine peaks to sage-covered mesas, northern New Mexico offers incredible hiking opportunities -- and Santa Fe-Taos Hiking Guide leads you to the best. Book jacket.
Author: Steven Horak Publisher: Moon Travel ISBN: 1640497625 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 755
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From hiking sandstone canyons to chowing down on southwestern cuisine, fall under the spell of the Land of Enchantment with Moon New Mexico. Inside you'll find: Strategic, flexible itineraries with ideas for art lovers, outdoor adventurers, history buffs, and more Top experiences and unique activities: Wander through a ghost-town graveyard, count the bullet holes in the ceilings of preserved 19th-century saloons, or visit the birthplace of the atomic bomb. Soar through New Mexico's clear blue sky on a colorful hot air balloon. Spark inspiration and delight in the spirited art scene of Santa Fe, or seek an extraterrestrial experience at the International UFO Museum & Research Center in Roswell Savor the flavors: Dig into traditional local cuisine, like red sauce-smothered enchiladas, tender carne adovada, and hearty posole. Indulge in juicy green-chile cheeseburgers or opt for something lighter from one of New Mexico's many organic farm-to-table restaurants Outdoor adventures: Go deep on a trek into the mesmerizing underground world of Carlsbad Caverns or venture off-trail in the De-Na-Zin Wilderness to view stunning hoodoos. Raft from surging waters to gentle currents on the Rio Grande or explore the wavelike gypsum dunes of White Sands National Monument Ways to respectfully engage with native cultures: Attend a dance ceremony or a powwow, tour a pueblo, or peruse handmade goods at a market Local insight from Santa Fe dweller Steven Horak on when to go, where to stay, and how to get around Full-color, vibrant photos and detailed maps throughout Thorough background on the landscape, wildlife, climate, and local culture, plus advice for families, seniors, international visitors, and LGBTQ+ travelers Focused coverage of Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Taos, Navajo Nation, Las Cruces, Carlsbad, and more With Moon New Mexico's practical tips and local know-how, you can find your adventure. Exploring more of the Southwest? Try Moon Arizona & the Grand Canyon or Moon Zion & Bryce. Hitting the road? Try Moon Southwest Road Trip.
Author: David Ryan Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press ISBN: 1634041550 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 532
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The best way to experience Albuquerque is by hiking it! Get outdoors with local authors and hiking experts David Ryan and Stephen Ausherman with the new full-color edition of 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Albuquerque. These trails transport you to scenic overlooks, wildlife hot spots, and historical settings that renew your spirit and recharge your body. Each hike description features key information on length, hiking time, difficulty, configuration, scenery, traffic, trail surface, and accessibility, as well as information on the history and natural history of the area. Detailed trail maps and elevation profiles, along with clear directions to the trailheads and trailhead GPS data, help to ensure that you always know where you are and where you’re going. Tips on nearby activities further enhance your enjoyment of every outing. Whether you’re a local looking for new places to explore or a visitor to the area, 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Albuquerque provides plenty of options for a couple hours or a full day of adventure, all within about an hour from Albuquerque and the surrounding communities.
Author: Cindy Brown Publisher: ISBN: 9780986270628 Category : Languages : en Pages : 132
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Taos Hiking Guide has the most up-to-date information on 31 of the best hikes near Taos, New Mexico. Detailed maps and color photos illustrate hikes up into the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and down to the Rio Grande. From the descriptions, you will get a sense of which hikes you will like most and which ones are best in spring, summer, fall and winter. Hikes for beginners and experts are described, including the trail to Wheeler Peak, the highest mountain in New Mexico. Complete introduction includes tips on equipment, clothing, and staying safe on the trail.
Author: James C. Wilson Publisher: ISBN: 9781632933966 Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
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A comprehensive guide to hiking and camping at Chaco Canyon, New Mexico including detailed information about the campground, the trails, the ruins, and the history of the Chaco culture with maps and over 50 of the author's photographs.
Author: Kai Huschke Publisher: The Countryman Press ISBN: 1581575467 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 357
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A complete hiking guide to some of the most beautiful and mystical lands in America's Southwest This is your guide to more than 50 spectacular and sublime walks, hikes, and backpacking adventures accessing the Jemez and Sangre de Cristo Mountains, contorted volcanic formations, and striated canyons. Move across the expansive Valle Grande; pierce the clouds on Wheeler Peak. Wade through a sea of wildflowers along subalpine lakes in the Pecos Wilderness. Walk with the ancients as you explore ruins left by American Indian, Hispanic, and Anglo inhabitants in places like Chaco Canyon and Bandelier National Monument. As with all the books in the 50 Hikes series, you’ll find clear and concise directions, easy-to-follow maps, and expert tips for enjoying what each hike has to offer—whether it’s staggering views, rushing rapids, or deep canyons.
Author: Joan Salzman
Author: Coco Rae
Author: Northern NM Group - Sierra Club
Author: Bob D'Antonio
Author: Steven Horak
Author: Laurence Parent
Author: David Ryan
Author: Cindy Brown
Author: James C. Wilson
Author: Kai Huschke