A great spot for an easy hike around Santa Fe…read more I mean truly, a beautiful hike, and not hard at all. I had been looking for one that my gal would like. She likes a good walk but isnt looking for soemthign that would be literally back breaking. I hadn't hiked Arroyo myself yet but I knew it was one she would like as I knew the terrain in that area. so we went out early-ish on a Saturday(before the sun really kicked in). There's a nice parking area that I think I could find in the dark. From there We grabbed our hiking poles and went straight out(there is a side path too but we didn't go that way). It was a beautiful walk amongst the trees and sometimes wide open ridge lines. We saw a few other hikers and joggers, but not many. It was the type of hike I could really enjoying once a week, if only I lived locally. But we will be back for sure for a hike again soon to this great spot.

Beautiful short trail with wide open views of Santa Fe, decent amount of parking, porta potty, and…read morenot very busy! The loop is a little less than two miles long and has minor elevation gains and dips throughout. Great for beginners still acclimating to the altitude or for anyone looking for a nice and easy walk to admire Santa Fe's environment. I was lucky enough to visit during cactus bloom season which made this trail extra special!

In the July heat, I could hear the birds more than I could see them but it was still fun to take…read morethe short trail hikes and use the Merlin app (https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/) to figure out what birds we were hearing. Closer to the center you'll have a chance to see the birds that visit the hanging bird feeders and you can stroll the garden that has labelled flowers and plants. The docent led tour of the Randall Davey house and studio is interesting if you are there on a Friday and is a great way to support the Center.

I had a lovely visit to this free (I know, free!!) Center and really enjoyed the short hike and…read moreviews. A good spot to visit if you have some time to kill or are with kids and want a easy and super short hike.

Atalaya Trail is a very serviceable and enjoyable trail.  It's just the right length for an…read moreafternoon (or morning) hike, and it offers just enough elevation gain that you won't be bored by the level of endeavor required.  That said, apart from the views you'll be rewarded with when you're here, there's not a whole lot else of interest to see during your visit. Tip: This is a popular destination for both hikers and cyclists; both of the aforementioned need to keep their eyes peeled for their opposite numbers; hikers especially need to exercise caution to avoid being hit by oblivious cyclists. I've been here several times recently, and very much enjoy myself each time.  I've found that the views (especially from the top) are very rewarding.  Because it's very easily accessible from all over the area, the trail can sometimes get very crowded; it's best to visit either in the early morning or at off-peak hours to optimize avoid the crowds. The trail winds through the Cruz Blanca neighborhood before rapidly ascending up the side of Atalaya Mountain; it eventually reaches a height of just over nine thousand feet.  While the final stretch is quite gravelly and steep, the views from the top are totally worth it!

Part of the Dale Ball trail system, that include the Dorothy Stewart and Wilderness Trailheads. The…read moreparking lot near after entry for St John's college is the largest and furthest away. Drive up Camino Cruz Blanca and save yourself the 1.5 walk along the road past $1MM homes to these other trailheads. As with everything Dale Ball creates, this is a superbly marked trail system that allows the hiker to plan and tailor their experience. I made a bee-line to the summit of Mt. Picacho. Beautiful vista, but I'll need to return for a sunset and very carefully make my way down the steeper parts of a darkening trail.

Hillside Park offers great views of Santa Fe, as well as provides historical information about New…read moreMexico and Santa Fe. It's accessible, close to the city centre and the paved walkway makes it easy for all to enjoy. We visited Hillside Park, as it was recommended by a local. It's not a very long or steep walk at all. The walkway is paved with railings and a few steps. Once at the top you can see the Cross of the Martyrs and views of Santa Fe. That's in itself a reason to visit. But what I liked most about Hillside Park is the historical plaques along the walkway, detailing the founding of Santa Fe from its first settlers to when it became a part of the United States and New Mexico today. It is also the historic sight of Fort Marcy, a military reservation in the mid-1800's when U.S. declared war on Mexico. With this trail you can see more informational signs about the war and fort. I would definitely recommend for visitors in Santa Fe to check out Hillside Park, not only for its city views but to learn about the city's history and its significance in the U.S. So glad we came here!

Overlook park to get a view of the city and get some steps. The gate and railing separate Fort…read moreMarcy Park at the top from this park and cross partially funded by the Catholic Church to recognize the 21 Franciscan priests and friars killed in the Pueblo Revolt of 1680 led by Popé (not the Pope), according to a plaque. There are visible signs of consternation on some of the plaques that this recently built park makes no mention of the atrocities that lead to the uprising. Nonetheless, I found the one sided history laid out in the plaques to be educational because it made me look up people and the events.

I really loved this trail! This trail is not for the faint of heart or the beginner. It's a…read morechallenge but a good challenge. You can go at your own pace and you'll get to see all the beautiful butterflies and other creatures. Huge area and very clean. Great for camping, picnics, and hiking.

It was so nice! I'd recommend going the first week of October, we went October 18th and it was…read morepast peak so some of the trees were already bare. But still, super nice, a bit chilly, but an amazing way to start a Sunday morning with the puppers The AllTrails map has you do a loop, but we did it as an out and back and hiked 2.5 miles in before turning around on the less steep side.

Beautiful trail with great views. A little rocky in some areas but a good incline overall and nice…read moreoption for a hike or trail run. It is in a residential area and the only parking is right in front of the trailhead with room for about 4 cars. We got lucky and the 4th spot was available when we arrived! Worth a visit! Near downtown so an easy trail for visitors staying at hotels to check out!

The trailhead for this beautiful and easy 1.9-mile loop hike is about 3/4 miles above St. John's…read moreCollege on Santa Fe's eastside. The trail affords great views of the north end of Santa Fe and the Jemez Mountains. There are frequently lizards and horned toads along the trail edges. Although the trailhead parking lot is small (4 cars), there is roadside parking near St. John's College.

Peaceful easy stroll, run, bike or hike. This is a beautiful, safe and easy place to get your sweat…read moreon. Highly recommend.

Nice park with a big walking area for exercise. They also have an exercise section of the park to…read moredo workouts. They have bbq's and picnic tables. Only 2 tables have tree shade though.

This park is lovely! It has a three different playground areas. One is specifically for kids 2-5…read moreyears old and the other two are for kids 5-12 years old. There's also a skate park, a couple volleyball courts and a baseball field. You have to bring your own net for the volleyball court. The baseball field has real bathrooms, but looks like they're locked when there isn't a baseball game happening. There was also a fence around most of the park. There's lots of covered picnic tables, shaded benches, and trees that create lots of shade. There's are shade structures on the playgrounds, but they don't really cover any of the equipment sadly. There's also a working water fountain. Some of the covered picnic tables also had some charcoal grills available to use. When we visited, there were also two porter potties, but I didn't go in them so I can't tell you how clean they were ... but they're porter potties, so ya know. lol. Also worth mentioning that I only saw two homeless people at this park. They kept to themselves and it didn't seem like they were doing drugs.