Hike Details

Difficulty: Difficult

Elevation: 9133.51ft

Location: 39201 New Mexico Highway 4 Jemez Springs, NM 87025 - Directions

Description:
About 1.25 million years ago, a spectacular volcanic eruption created the 13-mile wide circular depression now known as the Valles Caldera. The preserve is known for its huge mountain meadows, abundant wildlife, and meandering streams. The area also preserves the homeland of ancestral native peoples and embraces a rich ranching history.