This area is on the north side of town and not as traveled as some of the other trails in the Santa Fe area. There is plenty of climbing and some great views. I found some wonderful technical trails but got pretty far out and lost cell coverage so I had to turn back. Hoping to get there with some locals to do more exploring.
Location: Santa Fe, NM, near the bottom of the Dale Ball trails
Directions:
Located by St. John's college
https://maps.app.goo.gl/KTHW4GEVw67fqZ51A
Technical Level: Medium to high. There was plenty of climbing but for the most part it was well designed. As you get further out the trails are more off-camber and more exposed.
Length: About 15-20 miles of trails, for biking and hiking
Trails: Rocky and sandy like much of the Santa Fe area
Trail Map: I cannot find a good map, here is the AllTrails info: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-mexico/atalaya-mountain-trail
Elevation:
Shade: Most of the trail is fairly shady. There are some open spots but sun was not an issue
Extras: none
Fees: None
Post Ride Beer: Santa Fe Brewing Java Stout
Links: Official sitehttps://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/santafe/recreation/hiking/recarea/?recid=75592&actid=50
GPS File: GPX Format - this is only one small section, check Trailforks or MTB Project
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