Dale Ball Trails

Hiking area · Santa Fe

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"The popular Dale Ball Trails system offers 23.4 miles of interconnected high-altitude desert trailsin the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, where piñon and juniper forest greet sturdy ponderosa trees as you ascend to higheraltitudes. The systempassespretty close to town, and navigation is simplethanks to clear trail markers.If you're so inclined, follow the steepest path along the ridge to the top of Picacho Peak.The rewardfor your hike is a breathtaking 360-degree view."

The Best Trails and Hikes Around Santa Fe
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