New-Mexico Points of Interest

Beginning of Ridge Trail Section


The Ridge Trail section in the Rio Grande-Santa Fe watershed of New Mexico is a popular destination for those seeking outdoor adventure. The trail begins at the Santa Fe Ski Basin and winds through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, offering hikers and mountain bikers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The trail is well-marked and maintained, making it accessible to hikers and bikers of all skill levels. Along the way, visitors may encounter a variety of wildlife, including birds, deer, and elk.

There are many good reasons to visit the Ridge Trail section, including its natural beauty, challenging terrain, and proximity to the city of Santa Fe. Hikers and bikers can enjoy a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, while still being within easy reach of restaurants, museums, and other attractions. For those seeking a more challenging adventure, the trail offers opportunities for rock climbing and backcountry camping. Overall, the Ridge Trail section is a unique and unforgettable destination for anyone seeking a taste of the great outdoors in New Mexico. Get driving directions.
BEGINNING OF RIDGE TRAIL SECTION

Points of Interest
Location
200 Year Old Ponderosa Pine Tree
24 inch Ledge on trail
Alcove
Alcove House
Back Gate Guard Station
Battleship Bunker - Creutz Test TA-18-5
Battleship Bunker - Magnetic Method TA-18-2
Beginning of Ridge Trail Section
Beginning of The Narrows
Bench Area with Interpretive Sign
Big Kiva
Cave Loop \ Slot Canyon Trail Fork
CCC Historic District
Civilian Conservation Corps Exhibit
Dead tree snag across trail
East Road Drainage Structure
Entering BLM Land
Fallen Boulder Across Trail
Frijolito Pueblo
Gun Site TA-8-1; TA-8-2; TA-8-3; TA-8-172
K-Site TA-11-1; TA11-2; TA11-3
KKTR National Monument Informative Sign
KKTR National Monument Interpretive Sign
KKTR National Monument West Informative Sign
Long House
Painted Cave
Pond Cabin TA-18-29
Q-Site TA-14-6
Road to Veterans Memorial Scenic Overlook
Rock Terraces Across Trail
S-Site TA-16-58
Shelter Cave
Slot Canyon Entrance Bench Area
Slot Canyon National Rec Trail Scenic Overlook
Slotin Building TA-18-1
Switchback on Road to Veterans Memoral Overlook
Talus House
Tee-Pee Garden
The Concrete Bowl TA-6-37
The Narrows
The Quonset Hut TA-22-1
Tyounyi Pueblo
Typical Trail Along Ridge Section
Typical Trail Below Fault B
Typical trail west of The Narrows
Tyuonyi Overlook
V-Site TA-16-516 and TA-16-517
Veterans Memorial Scenic Overlook
West Road Drainage Structure
White Rock County Visitor Center
Yapashi

Nearby Camping
Location Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Tetilla Peak - Cochiti Lake 51 5,553 ft
Las Conchas 9 8,422 ft
Juniper - Bandelier National Monument 66 6,673 ft
Cochiti - Cochiti Lake 60 5,543 ft