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In 1821, the land beyond Missouri was a vast uncharted region until William Becknell left Missouri and blazed the Santa Fe Trail.

Are you looking for the best Santa Fe hiking trails for your weekend or trip to the New Mexico city? This guide details the best day hikes in Santa Fe.

The Santa Fe Trail, 1821-2021: 200 Years of Commerce, Conflict & Culture

Point Of Rocks, Elkhart Picture: Santa Fe Trail marker - Check out Tripadvisor members' 16 candid photos and videos of Point Of Rocks

The best hikes in Santa Fe, New Mexico for all activity levels

While today’s highways are paved to Trinidad, Colorado, the Raton Pass route of the Santa Fe Trail continued to be used and improved as the nation transitioned from wagons to automobiles in the early 20th century. Discover the heritage of Trinidad and the national historic trail at the city’s local museums, including the Baca House.– Trinidad Museum Photo Courtesy Gates Frontiers Fund Colorado Collection within the Carol M. Highsmith

Santa Fe Trail Scenic Byway - An important 19th century trade corridor linking Mexico and the United States, the Santa Fe Trail is now closely paralleled by this byway, which loops through Colorado for 188 miles into New Mexico. Look for wagon wheel ruts along the road and historic Bent's Fort.

Most people come to the City Different in search of art, culture, cuisine, and history. While that is undoubtedly the heart and soul of our Northern New