New Mexico

pdomensis · 01-23-13, 11:23 AM

I'm taking a business trip to Santa Fe in mid-April, and I plan to spend my after hours herping. Does anyone know any good spots in the area?

jarich · 01-23-13, 11:26 AM

There are a lot of great hikes just at the top of Old Canyon Road, where I have seen some lizards scurrying about. Those trails are pretty popular though, so it depends on which ones you take and what the weather is like. Mid-April can be touch and go for warmth.

Are you renting a car? There are some better places just outside of town that might be better. Ive been up around Los Alamos and had better luck.

pdomensis · 01-23-13, 11:49 AM

I'm actually planning to drive the whole way so I can do some hunting around Moab and SE Utah on my way down. I figure I can range an hour or so from Santa Fe after meetings.

jarich · 01-23-13, 11:52 AM

Ah nice, ok then that opens things up considerably. My inlaws live in Santa Fe and he is an avid hiker. I go out a couple times a year, but Ill ask him for recommendations as he knows better than I obviously.

pdomensis · 01-23-13, 12:03 PM

Excellent. Thanks a bunch.