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Summer is upon us and with it the lure of the wilderness. Adding to our earlier list of great hikes, here are eight more excursions that mirror the beauty and diversity of northern New Mexico. Bring plenty of water, power bars, sunscreen, a camera, as well as a map and guide book. Again, we thank the authors of Day Hikes In the Santa Fe Area for their comprehensive overview and helpful hints, for which this article is indebted.

ASPEN VISTA – If altitude isn’t a problem, this is an easy, gradual climb that starts at 10,000 feet on a dirt road (Aspen Vista Road) and winds through groves...

Monday, June 9, 2008
by Michael French and Bill Oehlschlager (Photographer) • SantaFe.com