Cochiti Lake, New Mexico
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Top Backpacking Spots in and near Cochiti Lake
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Santa Fe, New Mexico
Backpack to Lake Katherine in the Pecos Wilderness
5.016 mi / 1450 ft gainAccessible June through October, snow lingers on the trail late into the summer. This is a very popular, well-marked route so if it's solitude you're seeking, you'll probably be disappointed. At least on the weekend.The trailhead is at the parking lot for Ski Santa Fe. You'll climb from 10,250 to...Read more -
Pecos, New Mexico
Hike the South Pasture Loop Trail
3.8 mi / 196 ft gainThe South Pasture Loop trail, while part of the Pecos NHP, isn't in the main park. Currently, this trail is only open on the weekends and the road gate closes at 1pm. The trail itself closes at 3pm, and takes about 2-3 hours unless you plan on hiking for speed. No pets allowed. 0.7 miles down th...Read more -
Rio Arriba County, New Mexico
Backpack the Vacas Trail Loop
4.015 mi / 1000 ft gainYou start at the hiking at base of the the San Pedro Wilderness at the San Gregorio Lake Trailhead! This particular hike is called the Vacas Trail loop.For directions: Take US 550 to Cuba (north west of Albuquerque), turn east on NM 126 and go for about 9 miles. Just past the community of Deer La...Read more -
Chamisal, New Mexico
Hike to the Trampas Lakes in Carson National Forest
4.911 mi / 2400 ft gainThis hike is worth its weight in gold. By far one of the most beautiful places in all of New Mexico. Located in the Carson National Forest, the options for camping are limitless. Did I mention this is ranked one of New Mexico's best hikes yet it rarely gets done. The potential for solitude is ver...Read more
