Short Thanksgiving Hike to an Ancient place near Los Alamos

About this event

This is a short hike to a beautiful place I discovered on my own. We will drive to Los Alamos and up the winding canyon road, at the top of the canyon we will park to our left and walk on flat area overlooking the valley. The old road to Los Alamos ran through here. Then we will drop, down a little turn a corner and explore some ancient ruins. Mostly ancient homes hewn into rock (cavates). see photo section. Up to 3miles depending on how far we explore. Very little Elevation change, ~100 feet.

I have been here many times. Come burn off some calories before your big Thanksgiving feast and enjoy the great outdoors with me. As always as winter approaches carry spikes/yak tracks, always water, snacks, wear good hiking shoes/boots, rain gear, hat, sunscreen and pole(s). Dogs on leash welcome. please give your driver $5.

Release and Waiver. By attending, the Participant releases the Event Leaders from liability arising from the Event and assumes all risks of the Event, including: 1) injuries from falls, living things, pre-existing health conditions, vehicles, and weather, and 2) injuries resulting from the Event Leaders not undertaking the least risky option available (e.g., hiking a steep slope instead of a gentle slope) or not treating an injury in the optimal way (e.g., due to insufficient training). The preceding sentence supplements any other exculpatory arrangement to which the Participant is subject.

maybe Craig will join us again. and lead another short Los Alamos hike after the hike-optional. We did this last Thanksgiving and it is a really sweet short hike. option for more adventurous to take short hike to top of nearby Mesa.

From Moderate Hiking for Mellow People