Parks in Santa Fe, New Mexico

One of the most accessible trails in the Santa Fe area (you can even take the "M" city bus to the trailhead on the campus of St. John's College) is also one of the more challenging. The hike heads... More on Moon Handbooks: New Mexico

Hiking trails in the Santa Fe area are good and plenty. One of the best all-around is Atalaya south of the Plaza about ten minutes by car. It ranges from easy at the beginning to difficult nearing ... More on NileGuide

Although itâs not quite at the level of Ski Taos and Angel Fire (both of which are about two hours north, a... More on travelandleisure

I have skiied Santa Fe and will always appreciate the wide and scenic views from all runs. More on SkiSite

The plaza is still the city's social hub, and the blocks surrounding it are rich with history. In the cent... More on Moon Handbooks: New Mexico

A 15-mile paved route from the heart of historic Santa Fe up into the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The Santa... More on Trails

Nambe Falls is a beautiful spot above Nambe Pueblo, scene of an annual Fourth of July dance ceremony. More on PlanetWare

Nambe Falls Dam and Reservoir are on the Rio Nambe 25 miles north of Santa Fe, NM Are featrues of the San Juan - Chama Project. Recreation at Nambe Falls is managed by the Nambe Pueblo under agreem... More on AnglerWeb.com

Just seven miles out of town along the road to the ski area, Hyde Memorial State Park has a couple of nice... More on Moon Handbooks: New Mexico

Beautiful scenery, a quiet natural setting, and easy access make Hyde Memorial State Park a favorite picnic... More on emnrd.state.nm.us

Some of the finest mountain scenery in the Southwest is found in the 1.6 million-acre Santa Fe National Forest. Elevations rise from 5,300 feet in White Rock Canyon along the Rio Grande to 13,101 f... More on LLBean.com

Some of the finest mountain scenery in the Southwest is found in the 1,567,000 acres covered by the Santa Fe National Forest. Elevations rise from 5,300 to 13,101 feet at the summit of Truchas Peak... More on Epinions.com

This off-leash area is located in Frank Ortiz park which used to be the old landfill. To get there from town, head west on Paseo De Paralta towards St. Francis. When you come to St. Francis, do not... More on DogFriendly.com

This is one of the largest dog parks that we've ever taken our pooch to. More on igougo

This trail, which meanders through the southwestern part of town, is of special interest to those staying in hotels along Cerrillos Road. The 2.5-mile paved path follows a chamisa-lined ... More on Frommers

Split-level ramps for daredevils, park benches for onlookers, and climbing structures for youngsters are located ... More on Frommers

If the kids brought their skateboard or rollerblades, take them to the skateboard park at 302 West DeVargas. More on Santafeinformation.com

The Rogue River Ranch is on the National Register of Historic Places and is nestled in the heart of the Rogue River's wild section. Once a major Native American habitation site, the area has enjoyed a rich human history of over 9,000 ... More on recreation.gov