One of our sources to find new trails to hike can be found on a facebook page “Hiking in New Mexico”. I love to pore over the stories of fellow hikers as they post their photos and provide information on the status of the trails, the road and weather conditions and maps. We actively seek out trails that aren’t well known, low foot traffic and of course beautiful scenery. The information we find from “Hiking in NM” is sometimes better than AllTrails. I came across a post for Red Rock Trails and immediately wanted to hike this trail. You’ll need to purchase a permit at the Walatowa Visitor Center which is located within the Jemez Pueblo on Hwy 4 open daily between 9 am – 4 pm. It’s a short trail only about 1.5 miles and showcases the Walatowa Red Rocks with a side trail leading to a gorgeous slot canyon. Every time we think we’ve found everything to explore in Jemez, we discover another gem.
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