Hiking/Outings

September 2008

6. Strenuous Hike up Big Tesuque to towers. About 6-9 miles, 2000-2300' gain, dogs ok. John Varner (795-5948)
6. Strenuous Hike to Trampas Lakes and Hidden Lake, some of the prettiest in the area, 14 miles, 2700' gain, dogs ok. Patrick O’Keefe (820-2359)
7. Strenuous Hike on Deception-Lake-Penitente Peaks Loop, great views, 11 miles, 3100' gain, dogs ok. Robert Reifel (984-1253)
13. Mountain Bike Trip on Cebolla/Calaveras loop, intermediate skills and good fitness required, 14 miles, 400' gain. Michael Di Rosa (667-0095 or 663-0648)
13. Moderate-Strenuous Hike on Tunnel Spring Trail as far as Picnic Rock at the northern end of the Sandia Crest Trail. Gradual uphill, great vistas, 9 miles, 2000+' gain, dogs ok. Norma McCallan (471-0005)
14. Easy-Moderate Hike on East Fork of the Jemez, 4-5 miles, multiple stream crossings, sandals/old sneakers useful. Scramble up rocks at end for lunch, cliff diving optional. Michael Goldey (820-7302)
14. Very Strenuous Hike to Venado Peak (12,734’) in Latir Wilderness. Camp the night before at Cabresto Lake. Magnificent views in seldom-hiked area. About 16 miles, 3400’ gain. Dogs ok. Hal Davis (575-758-3949)
19.-21. Strenuous Hike in Colorado up Mt. Princeton, elev 14,197, near Buena Vista. Drive Friday, camp or stay maybe at hot springs, hike Sat, return Sunday. Up to 13 miles and 5300' (or 6 miles 3200' if 4WD vehicles). Class 2 route. e.g., East ridge. Royal Drews (699-8713)
20. Easy Birdwatch Walk in local area, bring binoculars. Ron Duffy (466-6398)
20. Santa Fe River Cleanup to help keep our river looking great! Park at Lower Alto Street north end of Closson. Bring work boots, gloves and drinking water. Kathleen Davis (438-0357 or kdav40@aol.com)
20. Strenuous Hike to Hermit Peak and Porvenir Canyon near Las Vegas NM, 14 miles, 2900' gain, many stream crossings, dogs ok. Bogdan Mihaila (662-0421)
21. Moderate Hike maybe off the Winsor trail to La Vega or up the Nambe, cross over & back on the Winsor, about 7 miles, 1500' gain. Art Judd (982-3212)
21. Strenuous Hike to Spirit Lake in the Pecos, a hidden gem, 11 miles, 2500' gain, dogs ok. Marcia Skillman (699-3008)
27. Moderate Hike o Rio de Truchas Overlook, 9 miles, 700' gain, dogs ok. Alan Shapiro (424-9242)
27. Strenuous Hike up Aspen Vista/Tesuque and easy return down road as a loop to see the beautiful fall colors. About 8 miles, 2000' gain, dogs ok. Dan Rusthoi (690-8967)
28. Strenuous Exploratory Hike to Thompson Peak from FR 79, about 14 miles, 2200' gain, dogs ok. Patrick O’Keefe (820-2359)
28. Very Strenuous Hike near Taos Ski Valley. Up Gavilan Trail to ridge top and Gold Hill. Top of the world views. Down by Long Canyon. Car shuttle. 16 miles, 4400’ gain. Dogs ok. Hal Davis (575-758-3949)

New Office Location

The Northern Group SC office has moved to 1807 2nd Street, Santa Fe, NM 87505 ...see map

Day Hikes

The trail guide Day Hikes in the Santa Fe Area, now in its 6th edition, has become the standard guide book for this region.

View photos from popular hiking trails in the Santa Fe Area

Note:

Please always call the outings leader prior to a hike for confirmation and details.
To participate, you need to sign a liability waiver or contact Outings Dept at 415-977-5528 for printed version.
All events, outings, and activities are FREE and open to the public

Ongoing Activities

Santa Fe River Cleanup and Vegetation Maintenance

Saturdays - 9 to 11 AM
July 12, Aug 16, Sept 20
Park at Lower Alto Street north end of Closson. Bring work boots, gloves and drinking water. Call listed outing leader on each date. Beautify our adopted stretch! Help keep our river looking great!
Be sure to connect with appropriate contact prior to cleanup date.
Kathleen Davis (438-0357 or email) or Paige Grant (982-4081) or John Buchser (820-0201)