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September 19, 2005 - Tree Spring Trail (New Mexico)
Elevation Gain: ~900 ft
Time (RT): ~3 hours
Distance (RT): ~4 miles
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
  • Hikes in the Sandia Mountains
  • Sandia Forest Ranger District

    Related Book:
    Sandia Mountain Hiking Guide

    • Take I-40 to the North 14 exit (exit 175). Proceed 6.5 miles to HWY 536 (signs point to Sandia Crest), turn left, trailhead is 5.7 miles up the road.
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    At the trailhead...
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    Dad says "Yup, it's the Tree Spring Trail"
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    Get your flora on
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    Are we nearing the top?
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    Nope, but take a picture anyway...
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    Shoulder of Sandia Mountain, and looking out to Albuquerque
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    Dad takes in the view
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    Wouldn't want to fall from this steep, crumbly spot!
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    Flowering plant growing in a crevice
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    It looks like the trees are being blasted by the sun's rays
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    Gorgeous sky and fall colors on the ridge
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    All photos Copyright © Chris Duval