Santa Fe is well known as an artist's paradise, but the diverse land offers so much more to the hiking enthusiast. This compact guide will direct readers to some of the loveliest short hikes in the Bandelier, Pecos Wilderness, and Hyde State Park areas. Venture to breathtaking peaks or hike low-lying canyons, all within an hour's drive of Santa Fe, while catching engrossing glimpses into the rich culture and history of northern New Mexico.

Look inside for:

• Casual hikes to full-day adventures
• Hikes for everyone, including families
• Clear trail maps and mileage landmarks
• Trail ranking to find just the right level of adventure for your group
• GPS coordinates

Linda Black Regnier is an avid outdoorsperson and freelance writer who divides her time between New Mexico (where she was raised) and Montana. She is an advocate for environmental and animal rights issues. Hope Di Paolo is pursuing a degree at Colgate University.