Category Archives: Placitas

In the vicinity of Placitas, NM.

Palomas Peak Hike – 05/01/2016

Posted on May 2, 2016 by George Young

Palomas PeakHike.Jay.2016-05-01 Introduction ‘Twas a cloudy, windy day in New Mexico.  None the less, the dauntless duo set off to hike a new trail, Palomas Peak.  Not to disappoint us, the dreary day on the mountain brought — a steady … Continue reading →

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Del Agua-Piedra Lisa North Hike – 04/24/2016

Posted on April 25, 2016 by George Young

This hike is an old standby for Jay and me, having made this loop a few times in the past.     The Hike The weather was perfect – sunny, cool, no wind ’til late in the hike.  There was … Continue reading →

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Placitas Knobs Hike – 04/17/2016

Posted on April 17, 2016 by George Young

  Today Jay and I explored new territory in the Placitas area. We started with a track from an ASCHG hike, “Placitas Knobs“.  But a short distance into the hike, Jay recalled his visit to the area some years ago … Continue reading →

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Crest of Montezuma Hike – 2/28/2016

Posted on April 11, 2016 by George Young

We’ve looked “longingly” at the Crest of Montezuma as we’ve driven from Placitas to the east side of the Sandia Mountains, thinking – there must be some hiking there.  This winter I  came across a report, “Bushwacking up and down … Continue reading →

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