A nice moderate trail with fabulous views. Very little shade. Take water and don't go on really hot days. Easy to get to, but very limited parking.

We arrived just before sunset and rushed to the peak. It was stunning! It started to get dark as we headed out, but it was fine.

This is one of the more difficult trails in the Dale Ball system. While it is open to mountain biking, this one makes for an even better hike. It is less crowded than some of the other Dale Bale trails and makes for a very nice outing.

This trail is incredible! Once you step away from the trailhead, nestled in a neighborhood of upper-income, secluded, gated homes, you'll feel like you are in the wilderness. When you come to portions of the trail that provide views of Santa Fe, you'll be amazed at how well the buildings blend into the land down below. Look at surrounding mountain ranges and notice how the light constantly changes along the trail. The best walk on this trail would be during sunset, I believe. We saw lots of tourists and locals, and many folks enjoying the trail with their dogs. There isn't a lot of up and down, but doing the whole loop will take you an hour at least. We weren't able to snag one of the four or so parking spaces at the trailhead, so we got in some extra steps and scenery by parking at St. John's College and walking up. It's an easy walk and you'll see some amazing homes along the way. I can't recommend this trail enough - if you are in Santa Fe, don't miss it!

First half mile or so close to houses (not obtrusive) then quite beautiful views and remote! 3 miles. Modest uphill. Very well signed!