Running in Jemez National Recreation Area is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Jemez National Recreation Area—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: September 30, 2025

1. Scooter Peak to Rabbit Ridge Trail loop — Caldera National Preserve

9.72km

01:23

390m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. East Fork Trail run — Caldera National Preserve

15.2km

01:51

250m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Battleship Rock to McCauley Warm Spring loop trail run — Jemez National Recreation Area

5.20km

00:41

200m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Jemez Falls to McCauley Warm Spring loop — Jemez National Recreation Area

9.15km

01:09

300m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Fenton Lake loop and Hal Baxter Memorial Trail run — Jemez National Recreation Area

5.11km

00:34

40m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. San Antonio Hot Springs via San Antonio Creek Trail run — Valles Caldera National Preserve

11.7km

01:28

210m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Jemez Canyon Overlook to Jemez Falls Campground trail run — Jemez National Recreation Area

11.7km

01:22

100m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Trails east of Jemez Pueblo loop — Jemez National Recreation Area

8.08km

01:02

390m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Gilman Tunnels — Jemez National Recreation Area

4.88km

00:32

100m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Sulphur Springs to Redondo Overlook trail run — Caldera National Preserve

15.0km

01:47

240m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in Jemez National Recreation Area

1. Scooter Peak to Rabbit Ridge Trail loop — Caldera National Preserve

2. East Fork Trail run — Caldera National Preserve

3. Battleship Rock to McCauley Warm Spring loop trail run — Jemez National Recreation Area

4. Jemez Falls to McCauley Warm Spring loop — Jemez National Recreation Area

5. Fenton Lake loop and Hal Baxter Memorial Trail run — Jemez National Recreation Area

6. San Antonio Hot Springs via San Antonio Creek Trail run — Valles Caldera National Preserve

7. Jemez Canyon Overlook to Jemez Falls Campground trail run — Jemez National Recreation Area

8. Trails east of Jemez Pueblo loop — Jemez National Recreation Area

9. Gilman Tunnels — Jemez National Recreation Area

10. Sulphur Springs to Redondo Overlook trail run — Caldera National Preserve

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