With all the forest closures in New Mexico this summer, I have been forced to travel a bit to get in some of my long runs on new trails. Probably a blessing in disguise, because I've found there are many awesome areas for trail running in NM!
On June 29th I headed out to Mt Taylor, just outside of Grants, NM to check out some of the trails used for the Mt Taylor 50k. I was surprised at the rugged terrain and high altitude available. The trails were mostly empty of people, but wildlife was everywhere. I saw elk, deer, turkeys and lots of evidence of a healthy bear population as well.
Mt Taylor run details on Strava
Here are some pictures from my run.
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| Near the start of Gooseberry Trail |
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| First views of the Mt Taylor along Gooseberry trail |
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| The final big switchbacks along Gooseberry trail |
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| Summit shot |
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| Heading north off the summit, towards La Mosca fire lookout |
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| Heading down the jeep road into Water Canyon |
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| Looking up at La Mosca lookout from Water Canyon |
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| End of jeep road, start of Water Canyon trail |
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| View down into Water Canyon during climb to La Mosca saddle |
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| Looking across saddle to Mt Taylor from La Mosca lookout |
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| Lots of flowers along ridgeline road, east of La Mosca lookout |
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| View down Water Canyon during climb back up to Mt Taylor |
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