New-Mexico Points of Interest

Typical Trail Along Ridge Section


The Typical Trail Along Ridge Section in the Rio Grande-Santa Fe watershed of New Mexico is a popular hiking destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The trail offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, and visitors can explore the unique flora and fauna of the area. The trail is well-marked and relatively easy to navigate, making it a great choice for hikers of all skill levels.

One of the main reasons to visit the Typical Trail Along Ridge Section is the opportunity to experience New Mexico's natural beauty up close. Visitors can take in stunning panoramic views of the Rio Grande-Santa Fe watershed, including the towering peaks of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The trail also passes through a variety of different ecosystems, including grasslands, scrublands, and forests, giving hikers the chance to see a diverse range of plant and animal life. Along the way, visitors may encounter wildlife such as deer, elk, and coyotes, as well as a variety of bird species. Overall, the Typical Trail Along Ridge Section is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in hiking, nature, and the great outdoors. Get driving directions.
TYPICAL TRAIL ALONG RIDGE 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
Cochiti - Cochiti Lake 60 5,543 ft
Las Conchas 9 8,422 ft
Juniper - Bandelier National Monument 66 6,673 ft
Tetilla Peak - Cochiti Lake 51 5,553 ft