We are regulars at Sweetwater Harvest Kitchen, when we come to Santa Fe. The dinning experience was excellent considering the circumstances. Sweetwater has an edge on other restaurants, in that the food quality remains of the highest caliber and dinning in is even more relaxing than it was before COVID-19.

I arrived around 9:40AM on a Thursday and the parking was completely full (although the lot is super small, probably can fit 6-8 cars). I parked a bit on the side of the road and made it work though, and then started the hike. The hike up to Atalaya Mountain wasnt too bad nor too steep, and I took the steeper way up which took about an hour. The view at the top of the mountains was mediocre although theres a pretty good city view. On the way down through Dale Ball, I really appreciated all the sign postings at every intersection; every park should be that way! The views on the way down were slightly better so that was nice. Trail is mostly shaded on the way up, unshaded on the way down.

We checked out some of the trails during our stay in Santa Fe before our rafting weekend. They were marked clearly and most were not to strenuous for my asthmatic daughter to hike. We would definitely hike these trails again the next time were in the area.

Infinite trails to explore set against foothills above Santa Fe; easy parking;gravel paving

What a boon to the people of Santa Fe to have this trail system right in their own backyard! Very well marked trails suitable for hiking, mountain bikes or horses. Pet friendly. Bring water, sunscreen and snacks if you want to do a longer hike. Parking is ample. Everyone we encountered on the trail was courteous and friendly. Highly recommend.

Great for mountain bikes up and down rolling Trail

Ok so everyone that claims this is an easy trail is either high or used to the altitude. I hike a lot and this trail is HARD! Especially if you are not used to the altitude. We all fell coming down because of the slick gravel conditions. Hikers Beware!!! Bring LOTS of water and plan for a 3 hour hike if you want to make it to the top. Avoid the hours between 12-5 during the summer, its HOT!

Cool hike. Really nice views on top. Moderate difficulty, heavily trafficked

Found a small crop of pinon which only added to the delight we always experience when hiking the DB trails.

Endless hiking, beautiful vistas, good birding, but very hot and dry.

Easy hike no matter which way u take. Well maintained and crisp morning air made for a wonderful sunday hike!

Best place to hike close to Santa Fe with some flat areas and peaks that give great expansive views of the surrounding area. It is a large network of trails with three separate parking lots along the foothills. There is a wide variety of terrain good for hiking, running, and mountain biking.

A nice easy hiking trail for those wanting for a short hike out in nature.

Great hiking with exceptional views. Trails are very well marked and easily mixed and matched to choose your own hiking adventure.

Great area for a hike, walk, or run close to town. The trail system is interconnected, so you can choose your own hike.

Well maintained trails that are appreciated by the users. Lots of shady areas along the hike. Strenuous climb from the parking area on Upper Canyon Road to marker 30, but from there things level out a bit. Bring water!

Very pretty. Very serine.

Love love love these trails!

Beautiful, scenic and unpretentious trails. Loads of diverse scenery, rocks, and views. There are some good easy hikes for families with young kids. We took our 2 year old about a mile in on foot and he loved it!

Connect through Hyde Park road to Camisa Trail, then lower Winsor and Bishops lodge road for a fantastic 20+mile loop

Excellent fun and easy trail, historic significance and all the goods you would want in a nice hiking area. Can get muddy in the winter as the trail is not paved at all. Still worth it just to get your mind on something other than the crazy world we live in.

I love this nature trail. It’s always beautiful regardless of the season!!easy trials and beautiful views.

Easy trail that is great for kids.

Beautiful! One of my favorite trails!

Did the 4.4 mile loop trail. 10 minute drive from Sante Fe. Used All Trails app to track progress. Plan for 2 hours. Nice view of Sante Fe. Trail oscillates with ascent and descent. Well marked.

Beautiful trails! Took the pup out for a hike. Saw a few other people with their doggos out and about too. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for something to do on a pretty day.

Beautiful diverse landscapes will bring me back again and again.

Love the nature, so close to Santa Fe. So Many birdies

Very peaceful and tranquil! Highly recommended.

Very nice hike with lots of maps along the way

Mosquitoes but nice trails

Great walk, we took my 4 year old and he loved it. I really enjoyed my day off.

Absolutely stunning views of Santa Fe and the surrounding area

Insanely hard for bikes because trail surface is all loose gravel. Not super fun to bike.

I loved the scenery and it was a good climb. There were many trails and good views. So close to downtown and a great workout

Great place to get out and see some nature

Great open area,easy to hike and climatize for people like me who come from sea level origins. Meet friendly locals and wildlife. Take care as I almost ran into couple rattlesnakes, literally. Nice for 1st hike in area.

Enjoyed this place. Great hiking all levels and well marked trail. Some sections steep terrain at some parts. Saw several mountain bikers riding this. I would rank MBT moderate to advance. You need to be a good hill climber.

Nice moderate trails. Also easy trail.

I love walking there with my girlfriend. We take food and make it a picnic.

One of my three great riding places around Santa Fr

Super cool spot.

Little confusion crossing a road.

A must experience.

Very picturesque trails. None of the trails are hard and there are many trails to choose from.

These trails are very well marked and maintained. The layout of the trails gives you many options to regulate the length of your hike. They have trail maps along the trails so you can adjust your route as you hike. The trails are very popular.

So beautiful!

Come walk the trails in Santa fe. You can see this .

It was amazing to be able to see the Milky Way at night! The desert and the river were beautiful!

Watch out for snakes and bring water.

Great hike with so much history explained. Really enjoyed learning the history of the watershed for Santa Fe while walking on a great trail.

Not great trails for biking. Probably just fine for hiking. Cool country. A bad note: our car got broken into on Cerro gordo (probably butchered name) on one access for Dale Ball trails. Park where there are lots of cars. Take your precious stuff with you. Just saying.

Absolutely horrible no dogs are allowed on the one and only trail you could actually walk on. Don’t believe the website

Great trail system just outside the city. Good for short or longer loop hikes.

We took trail 28. The trail we wanted to take was closed. I didn’t particularly care for the trail itself. I’m giving a good rating though bc the trail was clean, easy parking access, pet friendly ( even offer doggy bags and trash can).

Loved it here! Was a little out of condition and getting used to the altitude but made it to the top of Picacho! Divine views. Some lovely people on the trail! Do it!! :)

Miles and miles of great Trails for your mountain bike. Be sure to bring plenty of water and maybe some snacks in your backpack. Extra layers are always a good idea just in case. It is always better to be over equipped them under equipped.

The Trail extraordinaire de Santa Fe! Don’t miss out.

These trails are near town so great for a hike nearby with nice views! Juniper pinon forest. If the stream is high you can park and walk over the bridge.

Nice trail that is easy to customize the length. Great signs at intersections to let you know where you are and which way to go.

There are an infinite number of places to hike and backpack in New Mexico, but it is very important to be acclimated to the altitude and be prepared for the physical challenge of climbing the mountain terrain. The Dale Ball trails offer newcomers, vacationers and beginning hikers a place to get started. All the trail intersections are well marked with easy to understand signs and trail maps. Great place to start the journey.

My wife and I really enjoy hiking along these trails. They are well marked and well kept. Beginners welcome.

A great networking of hiking trails in the Santa Fe area.

Great trails and just a few minutes up the road if youre in Sante Fe. Definitely recommend!

Gorgeous, well-marked, and plentiful trails, fun hike.

Really great trails to hike on here in and around Santa Fe love these trails

Beautiful amazing hikes and best trail to go hiking on I loved thr view and the scenery. Would go back again

Best place to see the whole city, plus it’s a quick and easy hike

Great MTB trail system on east edge of Santa Fe, connected to other trails to the north of Dale Ball Trails. Plenty of grand views, nice flow trails, all skill levels can find something here. 20 minute ride from Plaza. Will always ride this while in Santa Fe, MUST DO!! 3 or 4 hour ride, then all down hill through beautiful Santa Fe neighborhoods to Plaza for food and beers after ride. Great Bike Lanes to and from Dale Ball Trails. Gem in Santa Fe. A+++++++++

Great place to hike.

Nice hike, really enjoyed it.

Great mountain biking and trail running

Awesome rolling hills for Billy goat running!

My favorite place

We take the dogs on this Trail quite often. It takes only 40 minutes to reach the top of the low peak. Lovely old Sequoias line the trail along with ancient minerals in the form of boulders. Wonderful photo opportunities abound. If you take the trail to the left where the trail Forks you will find yourself on a two and a half mile trek to atalaya Peak

The Dale Ball bike trails are so much fun. They are really well signed and you can make your ride as short or as long as you like. In the dead of summer it can get unbelievably hot on the trail. So use caution and go in the morning or late afternoon in the and bring alot of water.

The Dale Ball Trails are a short drive from town with plenty of parking. The trails range from easy to moderate if youre a fairly active person. You can get up high enough to see some outstanding views.However, the trails arent that far from civilization and sometimes it can seem like youre in someones back yard. Also, the signage could be more clear. Were experienced hikers and ended up in the road and walking back to the parking lot from there. But, overall, a nice hike.

Well maintained and very well marked

Great hiking trails in Foothills near Santa Fe

Nice place to hike.

Great hiking trails with many different options

Trail system close to town, with a variety of easy to moderately challenging day hikes. Good views of Santa Fe from the lookouts, and views of the national Forest if you make it to the top of the small peaks!

Quiet

Great short and long hikes. Really enjoyed the most mild terrain. Getting sunset pictures is totally worth it.

Had a great ride until the rear tire went flat.

Good place to go hiking

Great trails.

Fun place to take the pups but people really need to clean up after their dog...

Nice and easy for walkers.

Incredible trail. Needs more parking

Good trails. Check them out.

Great hiking trail. Easy to park. Pretty scenery.

Great trails for hiking or biking.

Numerous trails of various lengths close to Santa Fe, great views on some.

One of the better biking trail systems Ive been on and well Marked

Nice trail

Great hikes of all distances and abilities

Really nice hiking trails.

Great hiking trails with fabulous views.

Great easy hiking