Hiking near Santa Fe is more interesting with us.
A variety of wonderful destinations are waiting for you!
Rocky Mountain Hikes: Hike the winding mountain trails of the Sangre de Cristo Range near Santa Fe! Cool groves of fir and aspen, and alpine meadows bright with wildflowers await you, far above New Mexico's summer heat.
Spectacular Canyon Hikes: Explore the sunny canyons of the rugged Pajarito Plateau - a volcanic wonderland of glowing cliffs west of Santa Fe along the Rio Grande. These hikes are perfect for winter and spring, when mountain trails are icy.
Fall Color Hikes: Immerse yourself in the sweet fragrance and dancing light of the aspen forest high above Santa Fe. For three or four glorious weeks, these groves burst into a canopy of golden leaves that should not be missed!
Snowshoe Adventures: Bundle up for a winter adventure! There is no better way to enjoy the winter forest than on a pair of snowshoes. We provide the gear and choose a mountain hike that you'll enjoy.
Bandelier Backcountry: Skip the crowds in popular Bandelier National Monument and enjoy the solitude of its vast backcountry. Remote canyons and majestic groves of Ponderosa pines await you in this year-round, day-long destination of peaceful retreat.
The Ancestral Puebloan World: Walk where the Old Ones walked, on the twisting paths of spectacular Tsankawi Mesa, west of Santa Fe. Accessible all year, this site gives you an intimate look at the cliff dwellings and petroglyphs of the Ancestral Puebloan people who abandoned it long ago. This is a half-day outing and an ideal family adventure.
Records of the Rockies - a geology walk: Journey back 300 million years on this leisurely two-hour walk in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, minutes from downtown Santa Fe. While we walk, we'll examine some basic geologic concepts in the best way possible: right on the outcrop, with actual fossils, and some clever visual aids to help our understanding.
Spectacular Canyon Hikes: Explore the sunny canyons of the rugged Pajarito Plateau - a volcanic wonderland of glowing cliffs west of Santa Fe along the Rio Grande. These hikes are perfect for winter and spring, when mountain trails are icy.
Fall Color Hikes: Immerse yourself in the sweet fragrance and dancing light of the aspen forest high above Santa Fe. For three or four glorious weeks, these groves burst into a canopy of golden leaves that should not be missed!
Snowshoe Adventures: Bundle up for a winter adventure! There is no better way to enjoy the winter forest than on a pair of snowshoes. We provide the gear and choose a mountain hike that you'll enjoy.
Bandelier Backcountry: Skip the crowds in popular Bandelier National Monument and enjoy the solitude of its vast backcountry. Remote canyons and majestic groves of Ponderosa pines await you in this year-round, day-long destination of peaceful retreat.
The Ancestral Puebloan World: Walk where the Old Ones walked, on the twisting paths of spectacular Tsankawi Mesa, west of Santa Fe. Accessible all year, this site gives you an intimate look at the cliff dwellings and petroglyphs of the Ancestral Puebloan people who abandoned it long ago. This is a half-day outing and an ideal family adventure.
Records of the Rockies - a geology walk: Journey back 300 million years on this leisurely two-hour walk in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, minutes from downtown Santa Fe. While we walk, we'll examine some basic geologic concepts in the best way possible: right on the outcrop, with actual fossils, and some clever visual aids to help our understanding.
Fill out our reservation request form for an email response, or call (505) 660-0394 with questions.
Updates and Current Conditions
Frosted aspen in Big Tesuque Basin
"January brings the snow, makes our feet and fingers glow."
January is the time for snowshoeing! A New Year's Eve storm laid down a base of snow that will only grow in the next weeks. We now have choices at elevations from 8500' to 11,000', depending on your stamina.
Not keen on snow? You might enjoy a Spectacular Canyon Hike. Mornings are chilly but the raked winter light warms the canyon walls along the Rio Grande and makes for some wonderful days. If you want a challenge, this is the time of year to explore White Rock Canyon and its amazing petroglyphs.
Families always enjoy the looping hike on Tsankawi Mesa, only 35 minutes drive from Santa Fe. This overlooked section of Bandelier National Monument is fascinating to children as well as their parents, with its twisting paths, petroglyphs, and unique ladders. Late January mornings can bring perfect weather for exploring this special place.
Visitation to popular Bandelier National Monument drops off noticeably in the winter months, giving us peaceful mornings to explore the park and the Bandelier Back Country. Frijoles Canyon is very beautiful in the slanted light of January and February.
Typically dry weather in the foothills also means we can explore our local geology, only a short distance from downtown Santa Fe. Click Records of the Rockies to find out more.
You can check the 7-day forecast here: Santa Fe Weather Forecast
January is the time for snowshoeing! A New Year's Eve storm laid down a base of snow that will only grow in the next weeks. We now have choices at elevations from 8500' to 11,000', depending on your stamina.
Not keen on snow? You might enjoy a Spectacular Canyon Hike. Mornings are chilly but the raked winter light warms the canyon walls along the Rio Grande and makes for some wonderful days. If you want a challenge, this is the time of year to explore White Rock Canyon and its amazing petroglyphs.
Families always enjoy the looping hike on Tsankawi Mesa, only 35 minutes drive from Santa Fe. This overlooked section of Bandelier National Monument is fascinating to children as well as their parents, with its twisting paths, petroglyphs, and unique ladders. Late January mornings can bring perfect weather for exploring this special place.
Visitation to popular Bandelier National Monument drops off noticeably in the winter months, giving us peaceful mornings to explore the park and the Bandelier Back Country. Frijoles Canyon is very beautiful in the slanted light of January and February.
Typically dry weather in the foothills also means we can explore our local geology, only a short distance from downtown Santa Fe. Click Records of the Rockies to find out more.
You can check the 7-day forecast here: Santa Fe Weather Forecast
Have fun in the New Mexico outdoors with Outspire!
Your own private hiking guide is waiting to show you the Land of Enchantment in ways that guidebooks cannot.
If you'd like to include a day hike during your visit to Santa Fe, Outspire Hiking will help you choose a privately-arranged outing appropriate to your interests, your physical abilities, and your travel schedule. You'll be hiking in the company of your own personal guide who will help you gain a sense of where your destination fits into New Mexico's rich natural and cultural history.
Whether you're an experienced hiker or a first-timer, you can enjoy an outing with us. Tours can be leisurely interpretive walks or energetic hikes, from 2 hours to 4 hours or more on trail. Solo travelers are welcome. Reservations are required in advance so we may prepare for your special trip.
We'll provide a day pack for you to use, rain poncho, adjustable trekking poles, bottled water and trail snacks. Snowshoe trips include fitted snowshoes, poles and leg gaiters for your comfort. Guides have special first aid training, carry extra supplies, and look out for your comfort and safety during your hike. We can meet you at your downtown Santa Fe hotel or other nearby location.
Since we keep track of New Mexico's weather forecasts, trail conditions, and seasonal items of interest, we can tell you what to expect, what you might like to bring from home, and help you better enjoy your time outdoors around Santa Fe.
If you'd like to include a day hike during your visit to Santa Fe, Outspire Hiking will help you choose a privately-arranged outing appropriate to your interests, your physical abilities, and your travel schedule. You'll be hiking in the company of your own personal guide who will help you gain a sense of where your destination fits into New Mexico's rich natural and cultural history.
Whether you're an experienced hiker or a first-timer, you can enjoy an outing with us. Tours can be leisurely interpretive walks or energetic hikes, from 2 hours to 4 hours or more on trail. Solo travelers are welcome. Reservations are required in advance so we may prepare for your special trip.
We'll provide a day pack for you to use, rain poncho, adjustable trekking poles, bottled water and trail snacks. Snowshoe trips include fitted snowshoes, poles and leg gaiters for your comfort. Guides have special first aid training, carry extra supplies, and look out for your comfort and safety during your hike. We can meet you at your downtown Santa Fe hotel or other nearby location.
Since we keep track of New Mexico's weather forecasts, trail conditions, and seasonal items of interest, we can tell you what to expect, what you might like to bring from home, and help you better enjoy your time outdoors around Santa Fe.
As a professional guide service, Outspire Hiking and Snowshoeing is approved and permitted by the USDA-Forest Service and the U.S. Park Service. We are an equal opportunity service provider.
Are you interested in an overnight backpacking and camping trip in Northern New Mexico? Contact LessTraveledTrails
Or would you rather explore New Mexico in a jeep or 4x4? Contact Santa Fe Mountain Adventures for choices.
And for some alternative activities you may not have considered at all, check my Santa Fe Links.
Are you interested in an overnight backpacking and camping trip in Northern New Mexico? Contact LessTraveledTrails
Or would you rather explore New Mexico in a jeep or 4x4? Contact Santa Fe Mountain Adventures for choices.
And for some alternative activities you may not have considered at all, check my Santa Fe Links.
