The Top 5 Peaks in the Santa Clara Mountains
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in the Santa Clara Mountains is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 5
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the Santa Clara Mountains for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the Santa Clara Mountains for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 31, 2025
Chicoma Mountain
Highlight • Summit
Chicoma Mountain stands at an elevation of 11,561 feet and is an extinct supervolcano. It is the highest mountain in the Jemez Mountains range, and the trail getting to the …
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Saint Peter's Dome
Highlight • Summit
Saint Peter's Dome can be reached in a few ways. The shorter way is: park at the Dome Trailhead Parking Lot and hike on Saint Peter's Dome Road, a 4.3-mile …
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Guaje Mountain
Highlight • Summit
Guaje Mountain is a 7589 foot peak northeast of Los Alamos. This open, grassy summit is a great challenge close to town that affords sweeping views of Los Alamos and the surrounding area.
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Boundary Peak
Highlight • Summit
Boundary Peak is located at the boundary of Bandelier National Monument. To get here, start at the Dome Trailhead, but keep in mind that it is not accessible from January through mid-April due to seasonal road closures.
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Guaje Mountain
Highlight • Summit
Guaje Mountain is a 7589 foot peak northeast of Los Alamos. This open, grassy summit is a great challenge close to town that affords sweeping views of Los Alamos and the surrounding area.
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