Monthly Archives: November 2022

San Lorenzo Canyon Trail Hike – 11/10/2022

This was an interesting day, returning to San Lorenzo Canyon. I’ve been there twice, the first time with friend Vince, and again with Pat in 2018. Neither visit left me intrigued (or appreciating the Canyon) like this visit – this … Continue reading

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Cerrillos Hills Trails Hike – 11/03/2022

Curiosity drew us to Cerrillos Hills State Park (and with the idea we could have breakfast at Roots Farm Cafe in Tijeras on the way out, and a late lunch at The Hollar in Madrid after the hike). we visited … Continue reading

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Lower Calf Creek Canyon Waterfall Trail Hike – 10/21/2022

We embarked on a short trip into southeastern Utah, to explore that territory and to eat at a special restaurant we’d heard about. We did not make this a camping/hiking trip, but stayed in commercial lodging enroute and at a … Continue reading

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Utah Trip – 10/19/2022-10/24/2022

It is a great time of year to travel in the Southwest. With a particular restaurant as the objective, we set our destination as Boulder, UT. And for this trip – not camping with our R-Pod but staying in a … Continue reading

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Oak Flats-Pine Loop Trails Hike – 10/13/2022

Wishing to have a hike close to home, we returned to Oak Flats for its easy trails and autumn colors. The Drive In ‘Tis an easy drive – east on I-40 through Tijeras Canyon, exit on NM 337 for Tijeras, … Continue reading

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Cerro de la Garita North Side Hike – 09/27/2022

During past visits to Valles Caldera, we’ve thought the view would be great from atop the mountains on the north boundary of the Caldera. A trail leads from the road that crosses the north end of the Preserve, but it … Continue reading

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