Description
Join David Ryan in hiking the beautiful Carlito Springs Open Space. The trail begins with a small drop into a lush environment, with ponderosa pines and junipers. Hikers will cross arroyos, bridges, and old stone walls along the way to the springs and some of the old resort buildings, gardens, and orchards. Wildlife is often seen in the hiking area. Our hike is approximately a 2-mile loop with a total elevation descent and gain of around 300 feet. This is a moderate level hike. Restrooms available at the trailhead. Trekking poles are encouraged. Limited enrollment.
David Ryan is author of Wandering in the Clear Light of New Mexico, coauthor of the 3rd edition of 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Albuquerque, and author of several other walk books. In addition to hiking around Albuquerque, he has gone on several very long walks including the Camino de Santiago and the entire Appalachian Trail.